North Rhine-Westphalia - 23 Attractions You Must Visit
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About North Rhine-Westphalia
North Rhine-Westphalia is the most populated state in the country, with 17,912,134 people representing 21.5% of the population. It is located in western Germany, covering an area of 34,084 km, which makes it the fourth largest state out of 16 states in Germany.
Types of Attractions in North Rhine-Westphalia
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List of Attractions in North Rhine-Westphalia
Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex (Welterbe Zollverein)
Museums
Notable Architectures
This large former industrial site in the city of Essen is a UNESCO world heritage site since 2001 and one of the important places in the European Route in Industrial Heritage. It was Founded in 1847, and is ranked as the largest of its kind in Europe. Built in the New Objectivity style, it is considered an architectural and technical masterpiece, earning it a reputation as the "most beautiful coal mine in the world".
Founded in April 1949 as Ruhr-Zoo, it is one of the most modern zoological gardens in Germany. It is known for its panoramas and cultural approach. The main attractions are big animals, mostly mammals; The zoo has no aquarium, insectarium, or other smaller animal facilities.
Map of attractions in North Rhine-Westphalia
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