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Leipzig
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Leipzig is a city at the confluence of several rivers. It is the capital and the largest city in Saxony, Germany . History - The city was founded as a marketplace by Slavic settlers in 1015. It became the city in 1165. The city experienced the sad Cristal Night (Kristallnacht) under the rule of the Nazi - the synagogues were burned down and Jewish citizens were killed. more »
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Leipzig was damaged by allied bombing at the end of the Second World War. Leipzig was located in the Soviet zone so the post-war reconstruction was designed in the socialist style. Leipzig received great financial support from West Germany after the unification of Germany and it is greatly developing since then. .
Modern City Combined with Historical Sights
Leipzig has changed into one of the most modern cities in the former East Germany . After the destruction of the city during the war, not many historic buildings survived. Among those that have remained without serious damage are the Church of St. Thomas, the New Town Hall and the Opera.Interesting Facts
When in Leipzig, you can visit the well-known zoo . It is famous for the largest facility for primates in the world. Leipzig is a traditional fair and exhibition city and one of the major European music capitals, connected with many famous names, e.g. Bach, Mendelssohn and Wagner, the famous choirs Gewandhausor-chester or Thomanerchor.Fairs
The most important fairs which take place in Leipzig are the Leipzig Automobile Show, the TUC Leipzig Tourism Fair; and the Leipzig Book Fair, which takes place in the new exhibition center built in 1996. At present, Leipzig has a population of 512 thousand.Tourist information and destination rating
Leipzig: Travel guide - tips for trips, the best restaurants, tourism
Tips for trips into Leipzig and its surroundings
What to visit here
Zoological gardens in the city and its vicinity
Tips how to spend a nice day with children
Aquaparks and swimming-baths in Leipzig and its vicinity
Fun parks, swimming-baths and beaches
Lakes in the vicinity
Trips to the surrounding lakes
Museums in the vicinity
Local museums and history
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Museum der bildenden Künste
Museums, 0.6 km | Add to the plan |
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Fockeberg
Mountains, 2.3 km | Add to the plan |
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Kulkwitzer See
Lakes, 9.1 km | Add to the plan |
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Markkleeberger See
Lakes, 8.7 km | Add to the plan |
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Belantis Amusement Park
9.9 km | Add to the plan |
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Werbeliner See
Lakes, 15.8 km | Add to the plan |
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Hainer See
Lakes, 19.8 km | Add to the plan |
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