Cologne Bird, Castles & palaces + Gardens & parks pictures

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Check out the Romanesque architecture of the church and former Benedictine abbey that has defined Cologne’s Old Town skyline since medieval times.

More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.

Cologne is not only a popular tourist destination but also a centre for media and businesses. The city is famous for, Eau de Cologne, a type of fragrance now used the world over, which was first produced here in 1709. The city is also well known to be one of the most liberal cities in Germany.

More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.

This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.

This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.

More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.

More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.

Over 900 years of history are built into the stones of Cologne’s governmental buildings, where structures from throughout the centuries form one stunning landmark.

See ancient Japanese screen paintings, unique Korean pottery and fascinating Chinese statues at this stunning museum. 

More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.

More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.

More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.

Wander along the banks of the Rhine, explore an old palace or simply stroll the streets and visit bars, cafes and boutiques. 

Fly over the mighty Rhine River and observe the city skyline as you ride across the Rheinpark treetops and see the Botanical Garden from this scenic gondola lift.

This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.

This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.

This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.

Over 900 years of history are built into the stones of Cologne’s governmental buildings, where structures from throughout the centuries form one stunning landmark.

Wander along the banks of the Rhine, explore an old palace or simply stroll the streets and visit bars, cafes and boutiques. 

Wander along the banks of the Rhine, explore an old palace or simply stroll the streets and visit bars, cafes and boutiques. 

See ancient Japanese screen paintings, unique Korean pottery and fascinating Chinese statues at this stunning museum. 

This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.