Destinations in Southern Germany - Nuremberg

Nuremberg will always be associated with two events - the Nazi party rallies held on the Zeppelinwiese, and the post-war Nuremberg trials. These events definitely should be remembered, but there is more to the history of this city.

Nürnberg, as Nuremberg is called in German, used to be a Free Imperial City during the time of the Holy Roman Empire and became part of Bavaria in the early 19th century. It was a major trading center, and the wealthy merchant families became great patrons of the arts.

The main tourist attractions are:

If you come in December, you should visit the Christkindlesmarkt (Christmas Market) and experience the wonderful smell and taste of Lebkuchen (gingerbread) and Glühwein (hot mulled wine) while shopping for traditional ornaments.

Also, try out the local specialty - bratwurst. These sausages are tiny (about the size of your pinky), so you order them by the dozen or more.

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