HAMBURG
- Alex P
- Oct 15
- 2 min read
Hamburg is a classic "port city," and that says a lot, if not everything. Insider information from a trusted source – John Lennon: " I grew up in Hamburg ."
HAMBURG: THE MOST INTERESTING
Hamburg is located in the north of the country between the states of Schleswig-Holstein and Lower Saxony. It is conveniently located at the crossroads of global trade routes and serves as a port and logistics hub for Northern and Eastern Europe. Hamburg is a classic "port city," and that says a lot, if not everything.
Hamburg is also the most populous non-capital city in the European Union and ranks first among European cities in terms of the number of bridges. The city has more bridges than Amsterdam, Venice, and London combined.
John Lennon said, "I grew up in Hamburg." The legendary Beatles, while still little known in their hometown of Liverpool, performed 273 concerts in Hamburg between 1960 and 1962, during which they honed their skills and developed their own style.
HAMBURG: THE HISTORY OF THE COAT OF ARMS
Hamburg's coat of arms depicts a white castle with three towers on a red background. The castle symbolizes the city's Cathedral of St. Mary, and the stars highlight her as the city's patron saint.
But it would be more interesting to say a few words about the status of the city and why it is actually the "Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg."
To do this, let us turn to the history of the Hanseatic League – a large trading union of free cities of Northern and Western Europe that emerged in the 13th century.
It all began in 1241 with the formation of the "Union of the German Cities of Lübeck and Hamburg," which, through successful wars in the Baltic Sea against the Danish and Swedish kings, soon developed into the vast Hanseatic League. Two hundred years later, it united 160 cities with the goal of securing trading privileges for its members.
The Hanseatic League's effective activities and independent foreign policy over 400 years can be considered as one of the first examples of globalization.
HAMBURG: THE FUN FACTS
Modern Hamburg consists of seven districts, which are very different from each other.
Those who love fun and celebration should take the time to visit the St. Pauli district, home to the so-called "Vicious Mile," today a trendy nightlife hub with the most popular bars and cabarets.
And, of course, the Reeperbahn, the main street of the bustling Red Light District. Tourists from all over the world come here to have a good time. Or at least to watch.
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