Bremen is known as a working-class city. It’s home to a number of multinational companies and has acted a cradle to many more to come. In between the dawn and dusk, one tends to forget the beauty that surrounds him. Bremen is rich in history and its architecture is the fine fabric of it.
This month, we feature the Bremen Town Hall; Address: Am Markt 21, 28195, Bremen
Bremen Town Hall is a majestic Gothic brick structure constructed in 1410 in the city's Marktplatz, with its splendid Renaissance façade added later in 1612. The building, now designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, features one of Germany's most exquisite banquet and reception halls. The most distinctive feature is a large painting of the Judgment of Solomon dating from 1537, measuring an impressive 40 meters in length, 13 meters across, and eight meters high. A richly-carved spiral staircase is also noteworthy, only one of the many features that can be seen up close when you join in one of the regular, highly informative guided tours.
Regular free concerts, including vocal soloists and organ recitals, are also performed at the old Town Hall. Situated under its northwest tower, you'll find an eye-catching and peculiar bronze sculpture of a rooster standing on a cat standing on a dog standing on a donkey. These fascinating characters are known as the Bremen Town Musicians, right out of the pages of a popular local folk tale. Adding to the charm is an unique road manhole cover that doubles as a collection box; drop in some cash, and by way of a thank you, you will be greeted by a call from one of the Town Musicians themselves.
BY Muhammad Shahzaib Tahir awan (Pakistan) | CLASS OF 2022
