By walking past gothic cathedrals on medieval cobbled paths, you get an ancient feeling. Look around. Can you imagine the little food market at the foot of the Cathedral as what it was when the Cathedral was but newly built? Can you believe that a tree, just like the one you see up ahead, gave shade to someone’s stand 1000 years ago? Can your mind comprehend the scale of time? Wait. Don’t think about it. Just stop for a moment, and let your mind create a millennium old, talkative buzz to complement your mental picture. And then, all together – history comes alive.
I don’t think the picture above does justice to the all-immersive feeling I tried to explain – but maybe. Additionally, this is the best picture I’ve gotten from a church so… let me know what you think in the comments 🙂
Anyway, let’s continue!
I haven’t lived in Germany for too long now, nevertheless I’ve seen some amazing things. Almost every city I’ve visited has had an “old town,” which I always find to be truly beautiful. With traditional German houses and architecture, it’s just a pleasure to walk around.
Here are some pics of German architecture:
Just about everything has an exhaustive historical background. While hearing a presentation about Bad Laasphe (a German town) from its mayor, I couldn’t manage to keep my jaw from dropping when he mentioned that the town dated back to the 1300’s!
Now don’t get me wrong. The United States has a rich history as well – It’s just not as archaic as here in Germany. And that’s simply because the United States is a young country. We have monuments, memorials, and historical buildings but it doesn’t give the same “umph” as something built a millennium ago.
All history is important and should be regarded with a sort of appreciation… but still.. castles are super cool!
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I really enjoyed your article, especially the part where you describe the extra “umph” you feel!! Well done!
I love ALL the photos, Luca! Thanks for educating me and so many others! Keep up the terrific work; it’s a pleasure seeing Germany 🇩🇪 through your eyes!!
Oh ….now get some well deserved sleep
A town founded on the 1300!! I would have been impressed. I enjoyed reading your first impressions of Germany, I remember mostly the delicious bakeries.