Colmar, France
Colmar is a picture square town located in the Alsace region of northeaster
France. Taking the attention of visitors just by its glimpse into cities
history, cultures and beauties. Since it is a part of the Alsace region, the
town is just across the border from Germany. Therefore the majority of the
architecture, cultures and cuisine options blend with both German and French
styles.
Despite its cultures and cuisines, Colmar city has well preserved
medieval architecture, colourful half-timbered houses and charming canals and
Colmar often resembles a story book village. One of the interesting things
which every backpacker loves to do is river cruise. Town’s historic centre
features the incredible Little Venice district, where visitors can indulge in
scenic boat rides. City also called as “Little Venice”, because city comes from
original alignment of houses on either side of the river, which runs through
south to east of the town. During the time of medieval period its old town known
for WWI battles, that took place here in this city.
City includes a long glorious historical background, where it is
recognised as the birthplace of Bartholdi, a man who is behind the sculpture of
“The Statue of Liberty”. Town’s historic centre features include the beautiful
Little Venice District, where backpackers enjoy great scenic cruise rides.
Visitors can wander through delightful medieval old towns with its narrow
cobbled streets lined with half-timbered houses, which belong to the 15th and
16th centuries.
However, it is a place witnessing many religiously oriented landmarks
like Unterlinden Museum- A former convent house, which includes a collection of
mediaeval and renaissance paintings, Isenheim Altarpiece, Toy museum and
religious art centre.
Such a great place to indulge historical and cultural sites, such as
Unterlinden Museum, World famous Colmar Christmas Market, and Alsace wine route
for wine tastings and vineyards.
Never forget to take a leisurely walk in the town, ride on a gondola and
travel by train through the streets. Enjoy coffee on a cafe terrace overlooking
one of the canals that passes through the Little Venice neighbourhood.
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