After much of the city was destroyed during World War II, the Old Town of Cologne was painstakingly rebuilt, and today it’s a popular attraction with visitors. Cologne boasts a wealth of Romanesque churches and architecture that have been restored to their former glory.
Cologne Cathedral is the shining hallmark of this city on the Rhine – it stands at over 500 feet and its significance was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
A cultural gem, Cologne contains scores of museums and over 100 art galleries with collections that range from Roman and medieval to contemporary. Museum Ludwig – among the most famous – is home to one of the most comprehensive collections of pop art outside of the USA, including works by Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein.