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==Frankfurt== | |||
[[File:Frankfurter_Altstadt_mit_Skyline_2024_cropped.jpg|thumb|Frankfurt skyline with the historic Altstadt in the foreground]] | |||
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'''Frankfurt am Main''', commonly known as '''Frankfurt''', is the largest city in the German state of [[Hesse]] and the fifth-largest city in [[Germany]]. It is a major financial hub, known for its futuristic skyline and the [[European Central Bank]]. | |||
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== | ==Geography== | ||
Frankfurt | Frankfurt is located on the [[Main River]], a tributary of the [[Rhine River]], in the central part of Germany. The city is situated in the Frankfurt Rhine-Main Metropolitan Region, which is one of the most productive and dynamic regions in Europe. | ||
== | ==History== | ||
[[File:Die_Frankenfurt.jpg|thumb|left|The historic "Frankfurt" or "Frankenfurt" crossing]] | |||
The history of Frankfurt dates back to the Roman Empire, when it was a significant settlement. The name "Frankfurt" is derived from the Franconofurd, meaning "ford of the Franks." The city gained importance during the Middle Ages as a free imperial city and was the site of the election and coronation of German kings and emperors. | |||
==Economy== | |||
[[File:Europäische_Zentralbank_-_European_Central_Bank_(19190136328)_(cropped).jpg|thumb|The European Central Bank headquarters in Frankfurt]] | |||
Frankfurt is a global financial center, home to the [[European Central Bank]], the [[Deutsche Bundesbank]], and the [[Frankfurt Stock Exchange]]. The city hosts numerous financial institutions, making it a key player in the global economy. | |||
==Culture== | |||
[[File:FFM-AlteOper-HDR--DINA4.jpg|thumb|left|The Alte Oper, a major concert hall in Frankfurt]] | |||
Frankfurt is rich in cultural heritage, with numerous museums, galleries, and theaters. The [[Alte Oper]] is a renowned concert hall, and the city hosts the annual [[Frankfurt Book Fair]], the largest of its kind in the world. | |||
==Architecture== | |||
[[File:Frankfurt_Am_Main-St_Bartholomaeus-Ansicht_von_der_Untermainbruecke-20110328.jpg|thumb|St. Bartholomew's Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece]] | |||
Frankfurt's architecture is a blend of modern skyscrapers and historic buildings. The [[Römer]], a medieval building, serves as the city hall, while the [[Messeturm]] is one of the tallest buildings in Europe. | |||
==Transportation== | |||
Frankfurt is a major transportation hub, with the [[Frankfurt Airport]] being one of the busiest in the world. The city is also well-connected by rail, with the [[Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof]] serving as a central railway station. | |||
==Education== | |||
Frankfurt is home to several prestigious educational institutions, including the [[Goethe University Frankfurt]], which is known for its research and academic excellence. | |||
==Related pages== | |||
* [[European Central Bank]] | * [[European Central Bank]] | ||
* [[Frankfurt Stock Exchange]] | * [[Frankfurt Stock Exchange]] | ||
* [[Frankfurt | * [[Goethe University Frankfurt]] | ||
* [[Frankfurt | * [[Frankfurt Airport]] | ||
[[Category:Frankfurt]] | |||
Latest revision as of 11:32, 23 March 2025
Frankfurt[edit]
Frankfurt am Main, commonly known as Frankfurt, is the largest city in the German state of Hesse and the fifth-largest city in Germany. It is a major financial hub, known for its futuristic skyline and the European Central Bank.
Geography[edit]
Frankfurt is located on the Main River, a tributary of the Rhine River, in the central part of Germany. The city is situated in the Frankfurt Rhine-Main Metropolitan Region, which is one of the most productive and dynamic regions in Europe.
History[edit]
The history of Frankfurt dates back to the Roman Empire, when it was a significant settlement. The name "Frankfurt" is derived from the Franconofurd, meaning "ford of the Franks." The city gained importance during the Middle Ages as a free imperial city and was the site of the election and coronation of German kings and emperors.
Economy[edit]
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Frankfurt is a global financial center, home to the European Central Bank, the Deutsche Bundesbank, and the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. The city hosts numerous financial institutions, making it a key player in the global economy.
Culture[edit]
Frankfurt is rich in cultural heritage, with numerous museums, galleries, and theaters. The Alte Oper is a renowned concert hall, and the city hosts the annual Frankfurt Book Fair, the largest of its kind in the world.
Architecture[edit]
Frankfurt's architecture is a blend of modern skyscrapers and historic buildings. The Römer, a medieval building, serves as the city hall, while the Messeturm is one of the tallest buildings in Europe.
Transportation[edit]
Frankfurt is a major transportation hub, with the Frankfurt Airport being one of the busiest in the world. The city is also well-connected by rail, with the Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof serving as a central railway station.
Education[edit]
Frankfurt is home to several prestigious educational institutions, including the Goethe University Frankfurt, which is known for its research and academic excellence.
