{"id":6989,"date":"2017-06-27T23:29:26","date_gmt":"2017-06-27T23:29:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/?p=6989"},"modified":"2019-01-09T13:47:26","modified_gmt":"2019-01-09T13:47:26","slug":"western-europe-5-germany-romantic-town-heidelberg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thinkerten.com\/wordpress\/2017\/06\/western-europe-5-germany-romantic-town-heidelberg\/","title":{"rendered":"Western Europe 5 : Germany – Romantic town of Heidelberg"},"content":{"rendered":"

Heidelberg, Germany
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\nWhere is Heidelberg?
\nIt is located 78 km south from Frankfurt. \u00a0Heidelberg is famous for it Castle and the University. In fact, the most famous reputable and Germany’s oldest University is Heidelberg University. So you expect to see many students here. In fact, one in five Heidelberg residents is a student. \u00a0Heidelberg is considered one of the most scenic and beautiful city in Germany.<\/p>\n

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Karl Theodor Bridge<\/strong><\/p>\n

Entering by the Bridge gate, behind is the old town. \u00a0This is a pedestrian bridge with\u00a0fantastic view. \u00a0In weekends or peak season, the bridge can be very crowded.<\/p>\n

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Karl Theodor Bridge is also known as Old Bridge, is a stone bridge in Heidelberg, crossing the Neckar River. \u00a0It connects the Old town to the other part of the city on the opposite bank. \u00a0Very picturesque at all angles, so don’t miss the photo opportunities.<\/p>\n

\"Heidelberg<\/a><\/p>\n

Over the years, Heidelberg has attracted numerous artists, intellectuals and academics from all over Europe and has sometimes been referred to as Germany’s unofficial intellectual capital. \u00a0People who have lived here include famous poets, scientists, philosophers, architect and many more. \u00a0Also, the first bicycle was invented by a graduate of the University of Heidelberg! \u00a0This city is full of smart people \ud83d\ude42<\/p>\n

\"Heidelberg<\/p>\n

A monument to Prince Elector Carl Theodor, who had the bridge built. \u00a0(Refer to above picture). \u00a0The river get a little windy and cold so be prepared. \u00a0It was summer but still quite cold for me.<\/p>\n

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Heidelberg Castle<\/strong><\/p>\n

The most iconic landmark in Heidelberg\u00a0is the Castle located uphill. \u00a0The old castle was built in 1200s and\u00a0designed to be a romantic, Disney-ified experience for day-dreaming tourists. \u00a0You can see the whole castle from the Old Bridge!<\/p>\n

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Heidelberg Old Town<\/strong><\/p>\n

The pathway was covered with cobblestones, interesting to stroll around the old town and discover the hidden gem. \u00a0A lot of gift shops and nice restaurants. We ended having Chinese in the old town, the restaurant owners are from Malaysia and been here for more than few decades.<\/p>\n

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Do you know Heidelberg escaped bombing in the Second World War? \u00a0The city was not destroyed in World War II and therefore still has original buildings from the later Middle Ages and early Renaissance. \u00a0After our meal, we continue to stroll around and explore the old town, is big and be careful not to get lost.<\/p>\n

Heidelberg, Germany – Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n