Athenæum (Das Deutsche Haus) - 4 Things to Know Before Visiting

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About Athenæum (Das Deutsche Haus)

The Athenæum, also known as Das Deutsche Haus, is a historic landmark located in Indianapolis, Indiana. This impressive building was constructed in the late 19th century as a hub for the city's German-American community and as a center for culture, social gatherings, and commerce.

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Schloss Benrath

Schloss Benrath

19.1km from Athenæum (Das Deutsche Haus)

Benrath Palace completed in 1770 is a Baroque-style palace in the residential suburb, Benrath. It was built for the Elector Palatine Charles Theodor and his wife, Countess Palatine Elisabeth Auguste of Sulzbach and has been proposed to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The main building called corps de logis is a museum with guided tours.

Cologne Cathedral

Cologne Cathedral

19.22km from Athenæum (Das Deutsche Haus)

In 1996 Cologne Cathedral was declared as a world heritage site and it is Germany's most visited landmark. At 157 m, it is the tallest twin-spired church in the world, the second tallest church in Europe and the third tallest church in the world. Its construction began in 1248 but stopped around 1560 until the 1840s, and completed in 1880. About 20,000 people visit the church everyday.

Classic Remise Dusseldorf

Classic Remise Dusseldorf

23.82km from Athenæum (Das Deutsche Haus)

Opened in 2006 in a tram depot, Classic Remise Dusseldorf is a center for vintage cars. This landmrk building consists of garages, services and dealers for classic cars, shops for spare parts, clothing, model cars, accessories and restaurants.

Königsallee

Königsallee

27.99km from Athenæum (Das Deutsche Haus)

This one-kilometer urban street means King's Avenue, located in Düsseldorf. The street is famous for its beautiful landscaped canal that runs along its center, and the fashion and luxury shops on both sides. It is the busiest upscale shopping street in the country.

Rheinuferpromenade

Rheinuferpromenade

28.66km from Athenæum (Das Deutsche Haus)

This popular destination for tourists in the city is a world-renowned 0.5 km promenade located in district 1, the industrial district in Düsseldorf. It was built around 1900 and redesigned in 1995.

Rhine Tower

Rhine Tower

28.81km from Athenæum (Das Deutsche Haus)

A 240.5 m high concrete telecommunications tower in Düsseldorf, capital of North Rhine-Westphalia. Construction started in 1979 and completed in 1981. It has a 360-degree revolving restaurant and an observation deck at a height of 170 m, which is the hights point in the city.

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Marion County

Marion County

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Marion County, Indiana, is home to Indianapolis, the state's capital, and offers a diverse range of attractions and activities for tourists. The city hosts major sporting events like the Indy 500 and has a thriving cultural scene. Visitors can explore the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, which is a focal point for motorsports enthusiasts, or visit the Indianapolis Museum of Art for its extensive collection.

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