Trier
Trier is a city located in the Rheinland-Pfalz region near the Mosel River. It is one of the oldest cities in Germany. Many ruins (mostly Roman) are in the city for sightseeing. These photos were taken in June 2007:
Trier was founded in 16 B.C. by Augustus and the town was named 'Augustus Treverorum.' It was once the capital of the western portion of the Roman Empire.
Trier is also the birthplace of Karl Marx.
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The Electoral Palace is located behind the Konstantin Basilika and is a rococo-style Palace. It is currently the seat of the District Administration (ADD) and is closed to the viewing public.
The Kaiserthermen (Imperial Baths) were built while Constantine ruled Trier. They are on the World Heritage list by UNESCO.
There are many tunnels and passages underground to explore as well.
The Kaiserthermen had three different types of baths to choose from: hot water (calderium), lukewarm water (tepidarium), and cold water (frigidarium).
The Konstantin Basilika (Constantine Basilica) is currently the largest Roman-style one room structure. It is now the only Protestant church in Trier after it became Lutheran in 1856.
The Hauptmarkt is the main square in Trier. Many street vendors and famous buildings are in this area.
St. Peter's Fountain was built in 1595 and is located in the Hauptmarkt.
Porta Nigra (Black Gate) is a four story gate that was once a part of a wall that surrounded the city. It was built around the year 180. The wall had three other gates, but the Porta Nigra is the only one left.
The Amphitheater was built in the year 100. It was once used for gladiators and animal fights. It is now used for concerts and other events.
The area under the amphitheater is still accessible to the public.
