Reichenau Abbey

Reichenau Abbey on Reichenau Island

Reichenau Abbey was founded in 724 by Saint Pirmin. Later the abbey became famous for the Reichenauer Malschule. This term comprises lavishly illuminated manuscripts created during the late 10th and early 11th centuries.

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Easter Well in Wolfegg

Easter Well (Osterbrunnen) in Wolfegg

Decorated Easter Wells (Osterbrunnen) are a German tradition dating back to the early 20th century. The first examples developed in Franconian Switzerland (Fränkische Schweiz). In the meantime, more and more Easter Wells and Fountains have arisen in other parts of Germany.

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Water tower in Mannheim

Water tower in Mannheim, Germany

This water tower in Mannheim is the landmark of the city. You find it on Frederick Square (Friedrichsplatz). It was built according to plans by Gustav Halmhuber in 1886-1889. By the way, the nickname of Mannheim is ‘The City of Squares’ (Quadratestadt). This name originates from the streets and avenues, which form a grid pattern. [German]

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