Hannover – the capital of European Exhibitions and city of contrasts, in which the modernity is seamlessly intertwined with the history of more than eight centuries, with the change of rulers and events. «Hohen Ufer» (in German «the high bank») – here, on the high marsh bank of the river Leine there was one village, which then will be destined to become the capital of Lower Saxony.
Departing to Hannover you’ll find yourself in a fairy tale, which fascinating story is growing up to now, and the plenty of bright and rich colors of life are simply marvelous. Hannover is a unique city! It is unique by its people, traditions, events, places and… sights! Wherever you went, whatever part of this city you have been choose, everywhere you will find something valuable and interesting, and it doesn’t matter if it is Opera House or just a green well-groomed park.
Hannover loves its guests and therefore, it doesn’t matter where you are, everywhere will be glad to meet you! Hotels, shops, bar and restaurants, museums and churches, exhibition halls, and about fifty theatres – these are only a small fraction of that what was created just for you! It’s impossible to be lost in Hannover, and for the beloved of tourists there is one of the most original and famous «guide» in the whole world – the Hannoverian «red thread», which starts from the main railway station of the city, and streams along the pavement for more than 4 miles! All you need to do to have the 36 most attractive tourists sights in your luggage – is to walk 4200 m down the streets and squares of Hannover! Where else you can visit the world famous opera house and to have a good time in the not less famous zoo; to have a marvelous supper in the Old Town Hall, built more than five hundred years ago, and relax during the exciting walk on the many exhibition halls?
Even the museums in Hannover fancifully combine the elements of past and present. Thus in Sprengel Museum you will be able not only to get acquainted with the great works of surrealists, expressionists and Dadaists, but also admire the beauty of the architectural ensemble of the museum building. In Sprengel Museum you will find the works of such famous artists as Picasso, Kurt Shviters, Malevich, Klee and others. But in Kestner museum you can fully immerse yourself in the ancient art. Here you can find plenty of art works of the ancient Greeks, Egyptians, Romans and Etruscan, as well as various handicrafts, dating from the period of the middle ages until the present day. It is also interesting, however, that the building of this museum, which looks quite modern, was build, in fact, more than 120 years ago.
If you suddenly find yourself near the New Town Hall, be sure to visit the Museum of Lower Saxony. Here you will be presented four large departments, each of which covers a separate subject. Thus, the first exhibition is devoted to sculpture, the second – to painting, and the third one includes all that connected with natural history in one way or another. Don’t miss the aquarium, which is part of the second exposition, however, zoological and geological parts of the exhibition will also be very interesting for you. The fourth department is fully devoted to the ethnological exhibition; here you will find a wide variety of unusual items, which were brought to the museum from all over the world!
If you have arrived in Hannover in summer, you are really lucky! You will have an opportunity fully enjoy the pride of Hannover – a large garden in Herrenhausen, which was laid down more than three centuries ago! Once upon a time this is where the summer residence of the Dukes of Hanover, but to the modern day reached only gallery and greenery. But the palace was destroyed during the war, as well as 85% of the entire city of Hannover. It is in summer time particularly musical and theatrical performances can be seen in the garden, as well you can enjoy the entertainment fireworks, which local residents especially love to give to the guests of the city.
Of course there are more than 36 or even 100 sights in Hannover. You are sure to visit the artificial lake Mash, you will make a lot of photos near the columns of Waterloo and you will orientate for wind rose. You will be happy to sit at a local restaurant, admiring the excellent cuisine and affordable prices… But you must also somewhere to live?! Well, here also shouldn’t be any problems, because here, in Hannover, every tourist can find a comfortable hotel, and regardless of the number of stars, there will be excellent service. Also pay attention to the fact that the cost of living in a hotel may largely depend on the distance from the hotel to the city center or any notable sights. However, in Hannover there is a very developed transport infrastructure that the distance from the center doesn’t play any role, so why do you need to pay more? But, as it is a matter of taste, the final choice is entirely up to you!
Enjoy your trip!
