Dresden can be safely called a city-monument, a city-museum in terms of the number of architectural monuments and works of art. The first mention of the city, according to documents, was in 1216. The capital of Saxony, located on the Elbe, makes an irresistible impression on everyone who visits it. Destroyed almost to the ground in 1945, Dresden was reborn from the ruins like a Phoenix bird and became even more beautiful than it was. Numerous sights of Dresden attract thousands of enthusiastic tourists who have something to see in the museum capital of the world.

Gallery of Old Masters

The collection of art paintings of the gallery is the national pride of Germany, because it presents the masterpieces of painting by the best masters of the world of past eras. The greatest cultural heritage, stored within the walls of the gallery, was sacredly preserved, despite the destructive influence of the bombing in 1945. All the exhibits were carefully restored after being removed from the limestone mines, where they were transferred to save from the bombing.

The art gallery has a long history dating back to the end of the 17th century, when Frederick the Wise, Elector of Saxony began to collect unique rarities for the Kunstkamera. At the same time, his court ordered paintings from famous painters Dürer, Cranach and others. Now these recognized masterpieces are invaluable exhibits of the gallery. Several generations of electors considered it an honor to replenish the court collection, which was located in the castle. When the collected valuables, objects of art and paintings no longer fit in the halls of the castle, under Augustus III they were placed in the restored stables.

Over the decades, the gallery has become the owner of world masterpieces of painting, among them Raphael's “Sistine Madonna”, many paintings by Rembrandt, Titian, Caravaggio, Velasquez, representing the periods of the Early and Late Renaissance. The pearl of the latter is Correggio's tender canvas “Holy Night”, where the Magi worship the baby Jesus.

Address: Theaterplatz 1

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Semper Opera

The magnificent building of the opera house in the Baroque style, located in the center of Theater Square, is familiar to many. This is the most beautiful opera house in the world, which plays the oldest symphony orchestra in the world, organized for over 460 years. The designer of the 3-storey baroque building was Gottfried Semper (1814), and therefore the majestic building is also called the Semper Opera

By the way, this building is not the first one designed for the opera: the old one burned down during a fire in 1869. The repertoire of the theater includes all the famous classical works of the great composers of the past and productions of contemporary authors, in which young talents of the opera stage try their hand. Like many cultural sites, the opera went through hard times: the building was so badly damaged from the bombing that it took 8 years to restore it.

The best sculptors, restorers and artists worked selflessly to resurrect the beautiful appearance of an architectural masterpiece and did it well. The grand solemnity of the opera house is given by the majestic monument to King Johann of Saxony located next to it. Happy is he who can not only see the Dresden Opera from the outside, but also attend one of the performances.

Address: Theaterplatz 2

Dresden castle residence

The luxurious architectural complex can only conditionally be called a palace: it consists of several buildings of amazing beauty combined with baroque decoration. In addition to baroque elements, there is a mixture of other styles in architecture, because the palace-residence of the Saxon electors was constantly updated and rebuilt in accordance with new trends in building decoration.

The configuration of the towers, the gates, the design of the facades changed – and as a result, the most beautiful Dresden Castle, the residence of the ruling dynasties of Saxony, arose. Sculptural and stucco decorations, fanciful colonnades, domes give the impression of grace and magnificence of the Palace. Each of the buildings of the castle is an example of high architectural art, and the interior design of the interiors is unique and exquisite. Outside, the decorations of the palace can be admired indefinitely: each of them is a kind of work of art.

All buildings of the palace are true architectural masterpieces of the residence. Here is the famous museum “Green Vaults” with a rich collection of various treasures. The name of the museum remains as a memory of the past, when the columns in it were painted green (now they are inlaid with mirrors). Dresden Palace is the main attraction of the Theater Square along with the opera house.

Address: Taschenberg 2

Moritzburg Castle

Another pearl of Baroque architecture, Moritzburg Castle originated from a small hunting lodge built in 1564 for the Saxon elite. They stayed there when they hunted ducks. Under Augustus the Strong, a modest hunting lodge turned into a real royal castle, built among the lakes literally on the water and connected to the land by a narrow path.

Around the colorful, with bright red roofs and a round corner tower, the castle is divided into parks, decorated in French and English styles. Inside, all interior decoration is subject to the theme of hunting: there are portraits of the goddess of hunting Athena, the former owners of the castle, narrative paintings depicting hunting scenes of gods and titans. There are also portraits of courtesans, placed with a hint of entertainment that reigned in the halls and bedrooms of the castle (it has 200 rooms) in the old days.

Here you can see magnificent sculptures reflecting the theme of hunting; copies of hunting weapons, hunting trophies and a lot of porcelain. The walls of the rooms are covered with leather wallpaper and silver plates. There is an amazingly beautiful “Feather Room” in the castle, acquired by Augustus for the Dresden Japanese Palace. Her exotic attire staggers the imagination with her amazing accessories.

Pilnice Castle

The castle, which unites three palaces, is evidence of the luxurious life of the Saxon electors and kings, who sought to capture their wealth and opportunities in architectural structures. Augustus the Strong was especially ambitious, under whom significant cultural and historical objects were erected. During the years of his reign (17th century), a complex of magnificent palaces appeared – the summer residence of Augustus.

According to the project of one of the most famous architects Peppelman, the Water Palace was first erected, with the main entrance facing the Elbe and connected to the river with a chic staircase. The author of the project successfully coped with the task set before him by Augustus – to build such a palace, which is not found in any European country, in the Chinese spirit.

As a result, a building appeared that embodies the bright beauty, splendor of baroque in the design of the facade and the oriental exoticism of a multi-tiered roof-pagoda. A little later, they built the 2nd palace – Nagorny, in many respects repeating the features of the Water Palace in design and color scheme. The buildings were surrounded by a picturesque garden in the English style, with greenhouses, lawns and fountains. Already at the beginning of the 19th century, the New Palace arose, combining all 3 buildings into one and forming a magnificent castle complex – an architectural monument of the past, causing great interest among numerous tourists.

Hofkirche

Between the Theater and Palace squares there is a sacred architectural structure – the Hofkirche Cathedral, once the largest church in Saxony. The grandiosity and unusual external figurativeness of the design of the cathedral make a stunning impression, which intensifies with a closer acquaintance with the amazing building, covered with legends.

The capsule containing the heart of the most influential Saxon, Augustus the Strong, is located here, and, as legend has it, the heart starts beating when beautiful girls pass by the church. In the underground floor of the cathedral there are about fifty sarcophagi with the remains of many rulers of Saxony, including a capsule with the heart of Augustus. Looking at the baroque splendor of the decoration of the cathedral, decorated with 80 sculptures of apostles and saints, it is hard to believe that all this beauty was rebuilt from ruin.

In 1945, the ill-fated bombings destroyed the cathedral almost completely. For two decades, it was literally collected bit by bit and restored to its original form, so that descendants could worship the ashes of those who made the history of Dresden and admire the masterpiece of architecture. The cathedral has a powerful organ, the sound of which surpasses the most famous organs in the world. Organ music concerts with the participation of famous performers are regularly held here.

Address: Schlossstraße 24

Military History Museum

The classical building of the 19th century, in which the military history museum is located, is hard not to notice by the glass and metal structure pushed forward, as if piercing the facade. At first glance, it seems that this is a wedge driven into the wall. But upon closer examination, you can see that the structure is simply built close to the wall.

The author of this original structure, apparently, wanted to emphasize the fragility of our peaceful existence, which can collapse like glass, so we need to protect the world. At first, the building was used as an arsenal at the military garrison, then the Royal Museum of the Saxon Army was organized in it (1914). Over the decades, the museum's expositions have collected a huge number of military rarities, various types of weapons and equipment, ranging from medieval to modern.

After the defeat of the Nazi troops, all the exhibits of the Bundeswehr were sent to the USSR and returned to Germany in 1972, when the exhibition “Army of the GDR” was organized there. After the reunification of Germany, the museum was reorganized, reconstructed, creating interesting expositions for visitors of all ages.

Address: Olbrichtpl. 2

Museum “Green Vaults”

If someone, before visiting the Green Vaults Museum, thought that he had seen a lot of treasures, then he was mistaken. A huge number of all kinds of items related to treasures are located here, in the super-richest treasury in the world. The exhibits strike on the spot with their abundance and sparkling beauty, grace and virtuosity of jewelry craftsmanship. All this wealth is located in the luxurious Dresden Palace, complementing the outward grandeur of the palace with its contents.

Taking into account the indisputable value of the exhibits, appropriate rules for visitors have been developed, providing for entry into the treasury without outerwear, bags and phones (they are left in the storage room). The halls exhibit unique products in the form of the Chalice of Ivan the Terrible, mother-of-pearl washstands, outlandish utensils, jewelry, and precious stones. A visit to the Green Vaults is a journey through 10 themed halls.

Each of them has its own masterpieces and unique items such as “sapphire” donated by Peter I; a “green diamond” formed over millions of years; a jewelry masterpiece of the Dingliner brothers – a composition of jewels “The Court of the Great Mogul …” and many more amazing exhibits. The green diamond is unique, according to mineralogists, there are no similar analogues in the world. At one time, it was purchased for a fabulous amount of 400 thousand thalers (the approximate cost of building the Dresden Cathedral). The exhibits of the Amber Cabinet are impressive, each of which is an artistic masterpiece. Staying within the walls of the Green Vaults Museum is the greatest aesthetic pleasure.

Address: Taschenberg 2

Frauenkirche church

The Church of the Virgin, built under Augustus the Strong, is another proof of his merits and important role in the development of Saxony. The magnificent baroque cathedral served as a decoration of the city for two centuries until the brutal destruction in 1945. During the post-war debate about the fate of the remaining ruins, it was decided to leave them as a memory of the horrors of the war. But after the fall of the Berlin Wall, a public movement began in the country to restore the Fruenkirche to its original form.

A grandiose work began among the sacred ruins: literally, according to the surviving pebbles, fragments, everything was carefully selected, meticulously numbered and used in the restoration of the temple. The new church – another Phoenix bird – was built from snow-white sandstone and from the old building material. Its opening turned into a grand celebration that took place in the fall of 2005.

Now on the walls of the revived church one can distinguish the dark fragments of the former building as a tribute to holy memory, as a part of that era. Frauenkirche is still the main decoration of the city, towering with its huge stone dome over the historic city center. Tourists who want to admire the amazing surroundings of the unique city and the picturesque valley of the legendary Elbe rise to the observation deck of the dome (its height is 68 m).

Address: Neumarkt

Saxon Switzerland

Back in the 18th century, two artists from Switzerland chose the sandstone Elbe Mountains as a favorite place for their landscapes. Due to the landscape resemblance to the Swiss Alps, these places were called Saxon Switzerland. The amazing landscapes of these places inspire artists from all over the world. The center of Saxon Switzerland is the 200-meter-high virgin rocks of the Bastei (bastion), formed millions of years ago under the influence of erosion.

The extraordinary picturesqueness of the rocks covered with forest forced people to connect them with a bridge, first wooden, and later stone, which is now being crossed by crowds of travelers coming by train or sailing along the Elbe by ferry. Back in 1814, 487 steps of a staircase leading up were knocked out on a rocky slope.

They also climb a lot of people, eager to be among the wonders of Bastei and see the amazing views from the most beautiful observation deck in Saxon Switzerland. A capital bridge was laid between the rocks at a height of 195 meters, which is the result of talented engineering and technology. Erected on the right bank of the Elbe, it allows you to view lovely rural landscapes, rocks of incredible shapes.

Zwinger

One of the most famous museum centers is located in the heart of the city. The magnificent ensemble is a whole complex of majestic palace buildings. The architect Matthaus Peppelmann worked on the three sides of the complex, who gave the building features of the Saxon Baroque style. The author of the fourth side in the Neo-Renaissance style was Gottfried Semper. Now the Dresden Art Gallery, a magnificent collection of porcelain, a salon dedicated to achievements in physics and mathematics are located here.

Fountains give a special charm to the building, the most beautiful is considered to be the “Bath of the Nymphs”. The eastern pavilion is decorated with a clock equipped with porcelain bells emitting a melodic chime. Unfortunately, the complex was repeatedly damaged as a result of hostilities. After the city was destroyed during the Second World War, the restoration of the Zwinger took a long time and ended only in 1964.

Porcelain Museum

It is well known that porcelain after its appearance began to be called white gold, and the rulers of many countries sought to acquire porcelain products, equating them with jewelry. Elector Augustus the Strong, known for his progressiveness, was literally “sick” with porcelain and spent a lot of money on it. Buying Chinese, Japanese and Meissen porcelain, he collected a solid collection (35 thousand copies of various products). Almost 20 thousand exhibits are now presented in the Porcelain Museum, among which 750 products are real masterpieces of the 12th, 15th, 18th centuries.

It is located in the majestic building of the Zwinger Palace and is part of the cultural and historical association “State Art Collections of Dresden”. Not far from the entrance to the palace, an unusual sculptural statue of Augustus is installed. Magnificent interiors are perfectly combined with luxurious exhibits – porcelain sets of all kinds of dishes and individual pieces of art: vases, trays, dishes, cups of the most fantastic shapes and types.

Kirchner's porcelain sculptures are the most interesting exhibits. Another sculptor, Kendler, made sculptural decorations for the table, which were in great demand among the townsfolk. They are also presented in expositions, the public considers them with pleasure.

Physics and Mathematics Salon

In the 16th century, a curiosity museum, the Kunstkamera, was founded in the city. Very quickly, a lot of technical devices and mathematical tools accumulated in the collection. It was decided to highlight this direction in a separate exposition, the final decision was made by Elector of Saxony August the Strong. An interesting fact is that the collection was a museum, but all the exhibits were available to scientists for research. Later the complex was supplemented with an observatory.

Now attracts visitors with many rarities. For example, there is an amazing collection of globes on display here. The oldest one dates back to the 13th century. There are tower clocks created in the Renaissance, many rare optical instruments. An interesting exhibit is a huge incendiary glass, which was used in the production of porcelain. With its help, the required temperature was reached in the furnaces in order to melt sand and iron.

Brühl's Terrace

This unique place has another name – the “balcony of Europe”. Brühl Terrace is the Elbe embankment, which is located in the historic center of the old town. Initially, it was designed to protect the city and became part of the fortifications. This was in the 16th century. Gradually, the terrace was built up with palaces, galleries and decorated with gardens. Over time, the military significance was lost.

At the beginning of the 19th century, the embankment, which stretched for half a kilometer, became accessible to the townspeople. It was decorated with a wide front staircase and additional passages. From the opposite bank of the Elbe River, a delightful view of the terrace opens up. It is considered the most characteristic of the city and is recognizable all over the world. The embankment looks especially impressive at night, when the buildings on it are lit up with delightful illumination.

Panel “Procession of Princes”

This large-scale work of art invariably attracts the admiring glances of tourists. And this is not surprising – the porcelain composition stretches for 100 meters, almost reaches a height of 10 meters. To create it, it took about 25 thousand tiles to be made and laid in a special seamless way. Created the world's largest panel at the beginning of the 20th century, its plot shows representatives of the princely Wettin dynasty, who ruled Saxony for a thousand years. They are accompanied by scientists, artisans, artists, peasants, soldiers and children.

Initially, such a large-scale work was a painting on the wall of the princely residence, but the fragility of this method made itself felt. As a result, it was decided to transfer the panel to ceramic tiles. The masterpiece miraculously survived during the bombardment of the city during the Second World War. Only 200 tiles were damaged and were replaced.

Armouries

This world famous collection showcases magnificent ceremonial weapons, armor and medieval textiles. Since the 15th century, the exposition has been located in the Dresden royal residence, then it was moved to the Zwinger, but in 2013 it was returned to the palace. The collection at first was not intended for inspection, it showed the power of the elector. Later, in the 20th century, historical exhibits became museum pieces.

Now the exposition has about 10 thousand items, many of which are real works of art, on which talented jewelers and gunsmiths worked. There are swords, sabers, lances, daggers of amazing beauty here. There are also firearms – pistols and rifles. Duke Albrecht the Brave laid the foundation for this unique collection. From year to year, the collection was replenished with magnificent specimens.

For some time the exhibits were in the Soviet Union, they returned to Dresden in 1958. Now visitors can see only a small part of the items, about 5%, as there is not enough space in the exhibition halls. The rest of the masterpieces are kept in storerooms.

Bridge “Blue Miracle”

Initially, its purpose was to connect the districts of Loschwitz and Blasewitz. By the way, the bridge got its official name from one of them – Loshvitsky. Previously, there was a ferry across the Elbe at this place. The construction of the bridge began in 1891, the construction was completed two years later. To test its strength, the bridge was subjected to a load of 157 tons, the results were beyond praise.

How did the bridge get its second such poetic name? This was partly due to the unusual blue color in which it was painted. And the bridge deserved the title of “miracle” because of its phenomenal design. It stands on only two pillars, both of which are on the banks. The bridge is so amazing with its perfection that it was even nominated for the prestigious title – “Historical Symbol of German Engineering”.

Kreuzkirche

The name can be translated as “Church of the Holy Cross”. This amazing building is distinguished by the fact that it is the main Lutheran religious building of the city and the largest church in Saxony. In addition, there is a center for sacred music. Visitors are impressed by organ concerts and a magnificent male choir. Kreuzkirche is characterized by conciseness and rigor. There are no numerous decorative ornaments that attract the eye so much.

The simple facade, built of stone, speaks of asceticism and indifference to luxury. The church has gone through many difficult trials. Fires broke out repeatedly, and incendiary bombs caused a lot of destruction. But every time the majestic Kreuzkirche rose from the ashes. The side naves are often made available for temporary exhibitions. Many tourists are attracted by the opportunity to climb the observation deck of the bell tower, from where you can admire the city from a height of 54 meters.

German Hygiene Museum

At the beginning of the 20th century, Karl August Lingner, a German manufacturer, founded a hygiene training center for the people. He made mouthwash and wanted to popularize the idea of health care. In the center one could learn a lot about personal hygiene, anatomy, healthy eating and so on. A few decades later, the museum moved to a new building specially built for it. At the same time, the most popular exhibit of the museum, the glass man, was created, which is still of interest.

The exposition has several sections – “Life and Death”, “Food and Drink”, “Sexual Life”, “Thinking”, “Movement”, “Beauty”. In recent years, another interesting section has appeared – the Children's Museum. Interactive stands show young visitors the senses in a simple and entertaining way.

Grosser Garden Park

The favorite place for walks of local residents and tourists is the Big Garden. Here you can not only admire the magnificent landscapes, but also visit several theaters (puppet and park), ride the kids on the children's railway, see exotic plants in the greenhouse, brought from all over the world, go to the zoo. The center of the park, where the main alleys intersect, is occupied by a beautiful baroque palace. Previously, solemn events of the royal family took place here – weddings, receptions. Now there is a museum of sculptures of the Saxon Baroque.

The children's railway has always been in demand among young visitors. Children here play the role of guides, dispatchers and attendants. The building of the glass factory has become a kind of station. There is also a pond in the park where you can take a boat trip. On the shore, people feed tame squirrels and tits. For various events there is an open stage.

Yenice

Many tourists enjoy visiting the monumental building, which in its architectural type is very reminiscent of a mosque. In fact, behind these walls was a tobacco factory, which ceased operations in 1953. Such an unusual architectural decision was made by the owner of the factory not by chance. On the one hand, the building served as a kind of advertising product. In addition, the exhaust pipes were skillfully hidden in “minarets”, which did not spoil the urban landscape.

This building was the first in Germany to use reinforced concrete load-bearing structures. The appearance harmoniously combines modern and Moorish style. The building is striking in its scale – its height is about 60 meters, 20 of which are occupied by a magnificent glass dome. Now a restaurant is located under the colored dome, there is a disco in the basement, and all other premises are occupied by various offices.

suspension road

This public transport is worth every tourist taking the time to ride it. The monorail connects two districts – Loschwitz and Oberloshwitz. The track stretches for 273 meters, and the difference in height is 84 meters. Passengers cover this distance in 4.5 minutes. The suspension road was built at the very beginning of the 20th century and put into operation in 1901. Two small wagons run along it, the movement of which is distinguished by synchronism.

The monorail has survived a turbulent and tragic period in German history and has never stopped working. It was not stopped by two world wars, and only in 1984 the cableway was closed for reconstruction, which lasted 8 years. The next repair was carried out in 2002, when the lower station was redone. From the windows of the carriages a breathtaking view opens up. You can admire the bend of the Elbe, the panorama of the Old Town, appreciate the splendor of the Blue Miracle bridge.

Transport Museum

Fans of technology will definitely find time to explore the exposition of this museum. It is located in one of the oldest buildings in the city – Johanneum. In the 16th century, the elector's horses and carriages were kept here. The museum opened its doors to visitors in 1956. Now you can study how the technical thought developed, having familiarized yourself with the six sections of the museum – railway transport, an exposition dedicated to cars and motorcycles, trams, air vehicles, water transport and an interesting model of the railway.

The emergence of the museum here is not surprising, because once Saxony was the center of the automotive industry in Germany. The entrance is very effectively decorated – visitors immediately see a racing car, and behind it the wall is decorated with greetings written in many world languages. Tourists can take the opportunity to photograph the exhibits without restriction.

Draikenigskirche

The part of the city beyond the Elbe is adorned with the very attractive Church of the Three Wise Men. The high bell tower, built in neo-baroque style, is the architectural dominant of the area and is visible from afar. The magnificent building adorned the city until February 1945. Then, during the bombing, the nave was completely destroyed, but the bell tower survived. The church stood in ruins for a long time, there was even a project to demolish it, but the parishioners managed to protect it. Recovery lasted for many years and ended only after the country was reunited.

Now you can admire not only the beauty of the building. It is here that the frieze 12 meters long is located – the famous “Dance of Death”, created in the 16th century. The altar is also very interesting. After the church was destroyed, it was mothballed and deliberately not restored. The altar serves as a kind of reminder to posterity of the horrors of war. It clearly shows traces of the fire that raged after the bombing. There is an observation deck on the bell tower from which you can enjoy a magnificent view of the city.

Albertinum

This building immortalized in its name the memory of King Albert, who ruled Saxony at the end of the 19th century. It is located on the edge of Brühl's Terrace on the east side. Once an arsenal was located here, later the building was rebuilt. Now it houses the Collection of Sculpture, which is adjacent to the Gallery of New Masters. The collection of sculpture presents to visitors the masterpieces created by mankind over the course of five millennia.

There are works of antiquity, magnificent examples of the Renaissance and Baroque. Many ingenious creations of our time are presented. The gallery of new masters showcases works created in the era of romanticism and modernity. Albertinum also played a certain role in the history of our country. It was this collection that inspired Ivan Tsvetaev, after which he created the Museum of Fine Arts in Moscow. Today it is the famous Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts.

House “Rain Music”

The city offers its guests an amazing experience that cannot be found anywhere else in the world. We are talking about a man-made miracle – the house “Rain Music”. The amazing five-story building is painted pure blue. The facade of the house is equipped with a complex drainage system. Water, flowing down from the roof during rain, passes through many pipes, funnels and drops. This is how beautiful gentle sounds are born, folding into a melody.

Interestingly, the water very similarly imitates the masterful playing of various musical instruments. Many tourists gather here in rainy weather and enjoy unusual sounds for a long time. The facade of the building impresses. The design idea came from a group of architects who visited St. Petersburg and were fascinated by the wonderful palaces of this city.

The attraction is located quite far from the historical center, so for a long time it remained aloof from the routes tested over the years. But gradually the situation is changing, and more and more travelers come here to enjoy the music of nature performed by the city house.

Augustus the Strong Bridge

You should definitely take a walk along one of the oldest stone bridges preserved in Europe. It connects the Old and New Towns, built of sandstone. The bridge is not raised, but it has fairly wide spans. Vessels easily pass under them, so the construction does not restrict the navigation of the Elbe. At several places on the bridge there are small lookouts where you can stop and enjoy the magnificent scenery of the river and the Old Town.

Surprisingly, the bridge can be seen on many canvases by famous Italian masters. Many of them worked in Dresden, and the majestic building inspired painters. The bridge is held in high esteem by the locals. It is a must for festive processions. For their implementation, the bridge is blocked for vehicular traffic. For many centuries, the building has been faithfully serving people and decorating the urban landscape.

Botanical Garden

This unique plant collection is part of the Technical University. The Botanical Garden was founded in the first half of the 19th century, but the destruction of the city at the end of 1945 also affected it. The garden was almost destroyed, but has come a long way of restoration. Within five years, the exposition was put in order, and in 1950 visitors returned to the garden. Now there are about 10 thousand plants. Among them there are many rare species that are on the verge of extinction.

Plants are divided into geographical sections, each of which represents the most characteristic species of the area. There is also a systematic section. The alpine garden is very beautiful, where you can see many types of alpine plants. Guests can visit large themed greenhouses – water, large tropical, succulent pavilion, American desert plants. The total area of greenhouses reaches 1000 square meters. m.

Zoo

The large garden provides not only a place for pleasant walks, but also the opportunity to visit one of the oldest zoos in Germany. More than 334 species of animals, represented by about 2,000 individuals, are located in several pavilions. “African House” offers to see elephants, tropical birds, monkeys. The aviary, which recreates the conditions of the savannah, displays lions. There is a special enclosure for giraffes, where the conditions of detention are as close as possible to real ones.

Of particular interest is the so-called “Professor Brandeis” enclosure. Here the scientist, part-time director of the zoo, conducted the famous scientific experiment. He raised a baby orangutan and documented his observations. Now there are not only primates, but also combed crocodile. The zoo is also an educational center. There is a special scientific school where students can get extensive additional knowledge.

Pfund Dairy Store

The amazing building in 1998 was included in the Guinness Book of Records as the most beautiful dairy store. It has been leading its history since 1879. It was then that a peasant named Paul Pfund began supplying the city with milk from his farm. It was this man who first started producing condensed milk in Germany. Turnover increased, and things went so well that it was decided to build a new company store. And this is not surprising, because by this time the company already owned its own paper and printing factory, forge, workshops, laundry.

All employees were provided with an apartment and a corporate kindergarten. The shop building was built in 1891. It owes its attractive appearance to beautiful cladding, for which Neo-Renaissance ceramic tiles were used. Sketches for her were drawn by Dresden artists. The store survived the harsh years of World War II, but later passed to the state and was eventually closed. For many years the tradition was forgotten, but in the 1990s it resumed its work. Now in it, as before, you can buy excellent dairy products and visit cheese tasting.