Münster is one of the oldest cities in Germany with a rich history, architectural and cultural heritage. It is located in the west of Germany, in the Westphalian lands, and is one of its centres.
The history of the city is ancient and rich. It began as early as 1200 years ago, when in 793 Charlemagne ordered a monastery to be built here (the name comes from the word "monastery"). In 805, Stadt Münster was officially declared a town. But fortifications did not begin to be built until 1170. At that time, it was considered the largest city in Westphalia. In the mid 17th century, the Peace of Westphalia was signed in Munster, ending a 30-year war.
From 1811 to 1815, Munster was ruled by France, but was later successfully returned to Germany and began to grow. After 100 years, the number of inhabitants had already surpassed the 100,000 mark.
Although the historic city was badly damaged during the Second World War, you can still see buildings and landmarks from the 16th and 17th centuries on the streets. Some of them have been restored, but their appearance has remained as it was many centuries ago.
The main sacral architectural masterpiece is St Paul's Cathedral, built in the 13th century. An astronomical clock made in the late Middle Ages is mounted on the façade. Every day at noon (Sundays and holidays at 12:30) the clock puts on a small show. The cathedral was badly destroyed during the 1944 bombing and rebuilt in the 1950s of the 20th century.
The Town Hall is a historic 14th-century building in the old town of Münster. Here the Peace of Westphalia was signed in 1648.
This 4K Munster tour was recorder in August 2022
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