Cologne Cathedral – Most Beautiful Gothic Building of Germany

Cologne Cathedral – Most Beautiful Gothic Building of Germany

Kölner Dom, or better known as Cologne Cathedral is the third highest Cathedral in the world. it was built in 1248 and was completed in 1880, Kölner Dom not only keeps the charm of it’s historical value, but also the spectacular architecture of building that can amaze eyes of millions tourists. From aerial view This Cathedral is a cross-shaped. Tower height reaches 158 meters, and from the tower platform visitors can enjoy the fantastic views of the city along the river Rhein. Since 1996 UNESCO put the Cathedral of Cologne in the list of world heritage site. There is no charge to enter this giant cathedral, but if you want to enter the Treasury Chamber then you need to pay €5 for admission fee. Treasury Chamber is a special place where it keep the bones of Three Holy Kings, they are three strangers who meet Jesus when born in the sheepfold. to reach the top of the tower visitors must pay €2.50. The management provides a tour guide to look around the church for €3. The tour lasts for 45 minutes and they use English language. Many children, adults, even parents entered this amazing building. it is said that the period of construction of the cathedral took more than six centuries. Until now, the cathedral still held ministries daily. Every time holiday comes this cathedral crowded with many visitors, both for spiritual as well as tourist reasons.