Monday, January 6, 2014

My Europe: Xanten - Ancient City Nowadays (Germany, Part II)

During my last visit to Europe, I was very lucky to visit one of the most beautiful sights in Germany, a small town called Xanten where my close friend lives. I would like to share my experience in pictures with you :)



Xanten is a historic town in the North Rhine-Westphalia state of Germany, located in the district of Wesel.




Xanten is known for its Archaeological Park, one of the largest archaeological open air museums in the world, its medieval picturesque city center with Xanten Cathedral and many museums, its large man-made lake for various watersport activities as well as high standard of living. 

It is visited by approximately one million tourists a year. 





Big events include the Xantener Sommerfestspiele (a prestigious classical music festival lasting 2 weeks every summer), the annual Xantener Montmartrewhere artists from all over the world show their latest works as well as the annual German sandcastle-building championship.




The closest intercontinental airport is Düsseldorf International Airport (60 km)





Please visit town's official website for more information and guidelines.

P.S. Special thanks to my bestie Xenia and her family for the most wonderful time! :)

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xo K

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