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 Art deco multi-screen cinema |
Eschersheimer Landstraße 40 Frankfurt, HES 60322 Germany +49 69 2123 8800 (tourism office) |
Located on the edge of the inner city, the Volksbildungsheim (Adult Education Centre) - a red sandstone building with a neo-baroque and art deco façade - used to be home to a school, a theatre and various bars and restaurants. Concerts and balls took place in the main hall. After the Adult Education Centre moved out, the building was refurbished and now houses the Metropolis multi-screen cinema. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Health spa in the city centre |
Eschersheimer Landstraße 88 Nordend Frankfurt, HES 60322 Germany +49 69 9552 4610 |
This health spa is located right in the city centre. The Balineum spans more than 600 square metres and offers its guests complete relaxation. The facilities include two dry sauna rooms with special lighting, a swimming pool, whirlpool and solarium as well as a Turkish bath. If you pay the daily rate, you can also look forward to cosmetics, a massage and hair-styling. The massage therapy is particularly good for orthopaedic problems. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Chinese gardens |
Friedberger Landstraße/Berger Straße Frankfurt, HES 60311 Germany +49 (0)69 2123 8849 (Touristen Information) http://www.chinaseiten.de/gart... |
Located next to the Bethmann Park in Bornheim and landscaped in 1990 according to the age old principles of feng shui, the Chinese Gardens are the perfect place to sit back, relax and meditate. The 'Garden of Heavenly Freedom' contains pagodas, sculptures and a host of exotic plants, but the undoubted highlights are the Jade Bridge and the Gallery of Aromatic Waters. Tai Chi groups meet here on Sundays, and watching their slow, careful movements, you are transported to the other side of the world, to the land of yin and yang. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The paliament that never was... |
Bertramstraße 8 Frankfurt, HES 60320 Germany +49 69 2123 8800 (tourism office) |
After the Second World War, Frankfurt was one of the cities proposed to be the next capital of West Germany. For this reason, the German government commissioned the building of a huge Congress Hall in the city, as a prospective parliament. The round building with four staircases and a dome was built in line with the Paulskirche (St Paul's Church), which was the meeting-place of the first German parliament in 1848. The main hall is a fine example of elegant post-war architecture. After Bonn was made capital, the building was taken over by the Hessischer Rundfunk - the local radio station. The stages and platforms were turned into normal floors and installed with sound studios. The Hessischer Rundfunk Orchestra now gives live concerts in the foyer of the main hall. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 House Of God |
An der Wolfsweide 54 - 58 Frankfurt 60435 Germany +49 69 54 3007 http://www.frankfurtevangelisc... |
Frankfurt's Festeburgkirche stands as a continuous source of strength for the local community. The church holds regular service, and all are welcome. Various events are held here, including recordings of religious music. Phone and/or visit the website for upcoming events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Frankfurt's no.1 ice hockey team |
Hanauer Landstraße 146 Frankfurt, HES 60314 Germany +49 69 405 8840 http://www.frankfurt-lions.de |
Although the club is a relative newcomer to the circuit, the Lions have already caused a stir in the national ice hockey league. A team of 'real' men, the Lions are known for their short fuses and punch ups are a regular part of the show. Nevertheless, thousands of supporters always flock to the Eissporthalle in Bornheim to cheer their favourite team on. Office Hours: 10a-6p M-F. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic watchtower |
Friedberger Landstraße 360 Frankfurt, HES 60389 Germany |
Friedberg watchtower was erected in 1478 as a protection and observation point for the new settlements in the northern part of the town. From here, the watchman could see the surrounding area and, if necessary, give a warning signal to the town by flag or torch. In 1634 the tower was destroyed by fire, but was rebuilt just a few years later. It managed to survive the Second World War without any major damage and is now home to a traditional pub, famous for its apple wine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Memorial to the brave people of Hessen |
Friedberger Landstraße Frankfurt, HES 60316 Germany |
This monument on the road to Friedberg was erected in memory of the 'brave people of Hessen' who fell in battle with the French on 2 December 1792. King Frederick William II of Prussia commissioned the memorial after the battle, and it was completed in 1794 by the sculptor Ruhl, whose frieze is symbolic of the motto 'defence is strength'. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Idyllic castle in the middle of a lake |
Justinianstraße 5 Westend Frankfurt, HES 60322 Germany +49 69 55 7791 http://www.holzhausenschloessc... |
This idyllic castle is situated in the middle of a lake in Holzhausen park. Built in 1727-29, it was once the Holzhausen dynasty's country residence. The Rococo building changed hands when it was taken over by the city of Frankfurt in 1923. Today it is used for exhibitions and classical concerts. You have to cross a small bridge to enter the building. The park area is well worth investigating and there is a beautiful playground for children. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Main city cemetery |
Eckenheimer Landstraße 188-190 Frankfurt, HES 60320 Germany http://www.frankfurter-hauptfr... |
Founded in 1828, Frankfurt's main cemetery is the final resting place of many famous people. Amongst those who lie in peace here are philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer, poet and peace campaigner Ricarda Huch; sociologist and philosopher Theodor W. Adorno, and Heinrich Hoffmann, writer of the world famous children's book Struwwelpeter. As well as these famous people, the graves of those who lost their lives on the Hindenberg zeppelin can be found here. Opposite the main entrance, there is a row of gravestones which bare the names of famous Frankfurt families like Brentano, Bethmann and Holzhausen. The Friedhof vor der Stadt which was created as a replacement for the occupied Petersfreidhof, doubled in size during the 19th century and received a new portal, house of mourning, mortuary and crematorium at the beginning of the 20th century. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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National Library |
Adickesallee 1 Nordend Frankfurt, HES 60322 Germany +49 69 1 5250 http://www.ddb.de/ |
Every single book which has been published in West Germany since the War (as well as all German language publications between 1933-45) can be found on the shelves of Frankfurt's National Library. Since there was a parallel institution in the East German city of Leipzig, it was decided after reunification that there should be two national libraries, one in the East and one in the West. Each German publishing house is obliged to apply for a registration number and send a copy of every new book to either Frankfurt or Leipzig. Review © 2007, Wcities |