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Rosenheim

Yet untapped by the searching eyes of travelers and tourists, the city of Rosenheim is one of the few secluded German cities that promises of an ideal holiday in Germany. The city promises of mesmerizing scenic beauty as it is situated at the merger of the river Inn and the Mangfall. Rosenheim is the office of the administration department of the Rosenheim district. Situated in the German Federal State of Bavaria, it is one of the most important trading posts between the road from Italy to the north, this city in Germany has geared up to be one of the most important German Cities.

The architectural construction of the houses are at par with German and Italian style architecture, which are typical to the towns in the Salzach and the Inn valley. Lately, it is considered to be the most upgraded industrial towns in Germany because of its latest updates in information and technology. It is also one of the front runners in the domain of timber processing and timber manufacturing. It is because of this high qualitative production that the city is also claimed to be the 'Timber City" in the world.

Places to visit

The museums and the buildings of architectural value carry the culture and the tradition of the past. The architecture of the buildings in the city of Rosenheim depict the influence of various culture. Some of the best places to visit in the city of Rosenheim are:

The Inn Museum: Situated near the banks of the Inn river, the Inn Museum is the ideal resource for gaining knowledge in hydraulic engineering and shipping. Repository of the technological and the scientific advancement of the city, the Museum also traces the legacy of the scientific and technological overtures in the city.

Max-Josefs-Platz: It is one of the most important destinations in Rosenheim. Situated in the center of the old township of Rosenheim. Flanked by beautiful arcades, it provides some of the most panoramic views in the city. The Ludwigsplatz forms a bridge between Max-Josefs-Platz and Mittertor, better known as the Heimatmuseum. On the Ludwigsplatz, stands the revered parish church of St Nicholas.

Transportation in Rosenheim

Rosenheim is well connected with all the parts of Germany. It has a dense network of rail roads and expressways, which is collectively known as the 'Autobahn'. The network running through the northern part of the city links it to the whole of Germany. The southern network links it up with Switzerland and Italy via Innsbruck situated in Austria.