Staircase leading to the pipe organ at Erfurt Cathedral
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Monday, May 26, 2014
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Chörlein
"The Nürnberger Chörleins often served as private chapels with a sort of choir protruding onto the street. But purely profane use is also widespread. This clearly visible architectural feature probably represented a certain prosperity anyway." -- Travelwriticus.com
Schöner Brunnen
Schöner Brunnen (en:beautiful fountain) is a 14th-century fountain located on Nuremberg's main market next to the town hall and is considered one of the main attractions of the city's Historical Mile. The fountain is approximately 19 meters high and has the shape of a Gothic spire.
Männleinlaufen
"One of the most notable features of the church is the Männleinlaufen, a mechanical clock that commemorates the Golden Bull of 1356. The clock was installed in the church between 1506 and 1509. The Holy Roman Emperor is shown seated with the prince-electors surrounding him.
The clock mechanism is activated at midday, when a bell is rung to start the sequence and is followed by the trumpeters and drummer. Then there is a procession of the electors around the figure of the Holy Roman Emperor." -- Wikipedia
Hier Standen
Site of the Augustinian monastery and church where Martin Luther stayed on his way toward Rome in 1510/1511.
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