Every traveler who has a Schengen visa in the German city of Dusseldorf will certainly find what to see here. Numerous attractions of Düsseldorf, among which there are historical and cultural values, attract not only residents of other German lands, but also foreign tourists. Altstadt, Koenigsallee, the Media harbor, the castle of Benrath and other objects do not leave indifferent and the most demanding for the spectacle of travelers.
The pearl of history
The secret duty of every tourist is to visit the historical part of Düsseldorf called Altstadt. Here are concentrated examples of baroque Rhine architecture and historical monuments of this ancient city. In addition, Altstadt is a place of congestion of various restaurants, cafes and pubs, which are located only on one square kilometer! In cozy pubs, where waiters do not need to beckon, since they constantly walk around tables with trays, glasses of this originally German drink, the townspeople spend most of their free time. Just remember that they offer here only beer of the Alt class!
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Here are also the world famous architectural landmarks: the house where Heinrich Heine grew, the Church of St. Andreas, which is more than 380 years old, the Castle Tower of Schlosssturm and others.
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Media Harbor
The creation of the Media Harbor separating the Old City was the work of eminent architects Joe Koenen, Frank O. Gerry, Stephen Hol, David Chipperfield, Claudia Vasconi. If the port facilities were located here a century ago, today Media Harbor fully justifies the name, as there are different companies and organizations that are related to advertising, art and film production. Here is located the Tower of the Rhine, where a panoramic restaurant "Top-180" is working at a 172-meter height. Excellent Rhine cuisine, amazing panoramas of Düsseldorf, a revolving restaurant platform - all this will remain forever in the memory of the visitor!
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The Royal Alley
In the list of attractions in Düsseldorf, the Royal Alley - Koenigsallee, which belongs to a group of European boulevards known all over the world - occupies a worthy place. On the territory of this avenue there is a picturesque lake, which divides it into two parts. Here, unique tree species grow, there are a lot of sculptures, decorative bridges and fountains. Modernity has added the Royal Alley glamorous shine - there are many boutiques and shopping centers, which makes Königsallee a paradise for shopping .
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Palace Benrat
The magnificent Düsseldorf Castle Benrath, whose construction was completed in 1770, today is a real work of art. It uniquely combines the original architectural forms and the beauty of nature. The castle complex of Dusseldorf is currently rated by experts as one of the most beautiful objects of the Rococo era. A magnificent park was planted around the palace. Its area is 62 thousand square meters!
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The Imperial Palace
In 700, St. Sweetbert founded a monastery on the banks of the Rhine. Later, on the artificial island of Kaiserwerth in Düsseldorf, the Imperial Palace was erected. By 2000, the ruins of the palace were restored, and the building itself was added to the list of objects that are under state protection.
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Describe all the sights of this German city is difficult, and there is no need, because it is better to see its beauty once with your own eyes. The amazing architectural forms, parks and museums of Düsseldorf (by the way, the Goethe's museum is located here), colorful beer and souvenir shops - you will definitely have something to remember!