Скрытые жемчужины Кёльна

Cologne's Hidden Gems

Cologne’s lesser-known sites offer deep insights into its Roman origins and artistic heritage. The Farina Fragrance Museum marks the 1709 birthplace of Eau de Cologne, while St. Mary's in the Capitol stands as a premier example of 11th-century Romanesque architecture. Below the cathedral, the Treasure Chamber houses centuries of ecclesiastical gold work and textiles. For ancient history, the Romano-Germanic Museum displays artifacts from the city's time as a provincial capital, complemented by the Museum of Applied Art’s extensive collection of European decorative objects and modern design.