When this friendly, relaxed city on the Rhine became West Germany's 'temporary' capital in 1949 it surprised many, including its own residents. When in 1991 a reunited German government decided to move to Berlin, it shocked many, especially its own residents.
Bonn ist the birthplace of Ludwig van Beethoven. Beethoven's birth place is located in Bonngasse near the market place. Next to the market place is the Old Town Hall, built in 1737 in Rococo style, under the rule of Clemens August of Bavaria. It is used for receptions of guests of the town, and as an office for the mayor. Nearby is the Kurfürstliches Schloss, built as a residence for the prince-elector and now the main building of the University of Bonn. The Beethoven Monument stands on the Münsterplatz, which is flanked by the Bonn Münster, one of Germany's oldest churches.
Beethoven Monument
Historic Town Hall
Münster
Rhine River
Hofgarten (Court Garden) with Kurfürstliches Schloss (Electoral Prince's Castle), which serves as the main building of the University of Bonn.
Refreshing water in the fountain for our tired feet XD
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