"A Day in Hanover" Realizzata per : Cityseeker 21 Posizioni indicati Market Church of Sts. George and James "Center of Urban Expansion" Marktkirche, a classic example of Neo-Gothic architecture, was built in Hanover's central marketplace for the working people of the region. It stood tall throughout the centuries, and its style was often mimicked. When the original was leveled as a result of a series of World War II by Clemensfranz bombing raids, it was rebuilt exactly as it had been before. Celebrated artist Gerhard Marcks, well-known for his war-memorial work all over Germany, contributed to the rebuilt Marktkirche's new facade. +49 511 36 4370 marktkirche-hannover.de/ Hanns-Lilje-Platz 2, Hannover Brauhaus Ernst August "Beer And Fun" This brewery is known for the naturally cloudy beer Hansch that is made using organically grown grain. During the day, people sip their favorite beer in a suitably furnished guest room. Midday, Brauhaus Ernst August serves Hanover Potato Soup, brewery kebabs or barbecued rump steak to accompany their brews. Music is played on the in-house organ, and it isn't by BENCE BOROS on out of the ordinary to have people swaying, singing and dancing on tables Unsplash - not a hint of northern reserve here! It is the place to go for anyone fancying a fun night out. +49 511 36 5950 www.brauhaus.net/ [email protected] Schmiedestrasse 13, Hannover Leibnizhaus "Historic Mansion" Once the home of Gottfried Wilhem Leibniz. Built in 1499 this ancient renaissance house is a jewel from the 16th Century and is worth a visit if you're in Hanover. Located in the Holzmarkt area, it houses beautiful pictures like Judith with the head of Holofernes, Adam and Eva under the tree and David and Goliath. The present day house is a replica as the by Axel Hindemith original one was destroyed in World War II bombing. It was rebuilt in the present location in 1981. The house features a baroque facade and symbolizes regional architectural styles of the period. It's truly a fabulous place to visit if you decide to travel to Hanover. +49 511 762 4450 [email protected] Holzmarkt 4-6, Hannover by Christian A. Schröder (ChristianSchd) Historisches Museum Hannover "Centuries of Hanover's History" Historisches Museum Hannover is dedicated to the rich and storied history of Hanover. It covers centuries of eventful history including the rise and fall of principalities, kingdoms and courts. Star attractions include opulent belongings of monarchs, commissioned portraits, flags, costumes and medals. However, the museum does not dwell on royalty by any means. Other exhibits pay tribute to the common people, highlighting areas such as forestry, hunting, rail travel, mining, universities, the postal service and the law. +49 511 1684 3945 www.hannover.de/Kultur- museen-kulturgeschichte@ Pferdestrasse 6, Hannover Freizeit/Museen-Ausstellu hannover-stadt.de ngen/Museumsf%C3%BCh rer/Museen-von-A-bis-Z/Hi storisches-Museum- Hannover Beginenturm "Fortress of Poise" Get a sight of the old fortification system of Hannover from Beginenturm. The building is one of the last remaining structures which graced the city during the war time to ensure that there was proper protection. It was originally built within the premises of the garden of beguines but the place is now a road way. Very little of the structure remains today but you can by Christian A. Schröder still see the strong fortress that manages to capture your attention with its poise. +49 511 1684 3949 www.hannover.de/login Am Hohen Ufer, Hannover KUBUS Gallery "Well-Curated Contemporary Art Exhibitions" KUBUS Gallery has been making waves in Hanover’s arts scene since its establishment in 1965. Spread over 340 square meters (3659.73 square feet), the museum hosts eight exhibitions every year focused entirely on contemporary art. The spacious venue is flexible and can easily accommodate mixed media artworks, sculptures, paintings and quirky by ChristianSchd installations. Though the spotlight is usually on local artists and art groups, the gallery also has occasional displays by emerging and established international artists. +49 511 1684 5790 www.hannover.de/en/Tou [email protected] Theodor-Lessing-Platz 2, rism-Culture/Culture-Leisur Hannover e/Museums- Galleries/KUBUS-Gallery Museum August Kestner "A Tour of the Past" Museum August Kestner gets its name from the founder, August Kestner, a well-known diplomat. Most of the exhibits on display are from his own collection of artifacts from Egypt, Rome and Greece. When the museum opened, the collection of Friedrich Culemann, a Hanoverian, was also on display. Classic Greek and Roman antiques, vases, brass, terracotta and by ChristianSchd bronze articles, as well as jewelry, sculptures even mummies are showcased. The museum also houses precious manuscripts, ancient textiles, bronze, ivory and other time-honored relics. +49 511 1684 2730 www.hannover.de/musee museum-AugustKestner@h Trammplatz 3, Hannover n/museen/kestner/index.ht annover-stadt.de ml The Synagogue Memorial "Memorial Of Jews" With a somber history in its past, the Synagogue Memorial in Hannover is basically a monument for all the Jewish population which was executed by the National Socialist persecution in 1994. The monument was established in their memory and the inside walls hold the names of 1900 Jews, all of whom where deported to the ruthless extermination camps by Tim Rademacher and massacred. The monument has been a major architectural and cultural part of the city. Rote Reihe 6, Hannover New Town Hall "Interesting Town History" This splendid New Town Hall, boasting a castle-like marvel and beauty, was built in 1901 on oak piles and since has become a well-known landmark of the city. Kaiser Wilhelm II inaugurated it in 1913. Besides the architectural attractions, it contains huge halls with wonderfully carved doors and beautiful portraits. Four small models of the town depict the by Thomas Wolf, www.foto- building, its destruction and reconstruction. Visitors can also enjoy a great tw.de view of Hanover from a special observation point. Guided tours are available on request. After an interesting tour here, you can enjoy at its restaurant, Gartensaal, which serves you a scrumptious menu of International delicacies. +49 511 1680 www.hannover.de/Tourismus/Sehe Trammplatz 2, Hannover nsw%C3%BCrdigkeiten-Stadttouren/ Sehensw%C3%BCrdigkeiten/Neues- Rathaus Kestner Gesellschaft "Modern Art Exhibitions" The Kestner Gesellschaft was established in 1916 as a gallery for 20th- century art. Banned in 1936 by the Third Reich authorities, the Kestner Gesellschaft reopened its gallery in the Warmbüchenstrasse in 1948. The Kestner Gesellschaft began to look for a suitable gallery when the old building became too outdated to meet the technical demands of present- by Axel Hindemith day art exhibitions. The ideal location for the new gallery was found in the center of the city in the former Goseriede Public Baths. The Kestner Gesellschaft displayed exhibits by renowned artists like Andy Warhol, Tomi Ungerer and others. +49 511 70 1200 kestnergesellschaft.de/en/ kestner@kestnergesellscha Goseriede 11, Hannover #! ft.de Lower Saxony State Museum "Exhibits Spanning Nine Centuries" The Lower Saxony State Museum contains a selection of paintings and sculptures spanning nine centuries, as well as interesting archaeological, ethnological and natural history exhibits. The museum's art collection includes the works of prolific painters like Rembrandt and Albrecht Dürer as well as numerous other artists. German and Italian Renaissance art by Losch hangs alongside old Dutch masterpieces from the 17th and 18th centuries. Almost half of the 44 galleries containing the Landesmuseum's collection of paintings and sculptures are dedicated to 19th and 20th-century art, from Romanticism through to Impressionism. +49 511 9807686 www.landesmuseum- info@nlm- Willy-Brandt-Allee 5, hannover.de/ h.niedersachsen.de Hannover Sprengel Museum Hannover "Riveting Contemporary Art" Exhibiting the collection curated by Bernhard Sprengel, a local industrialist, the Sprengel Museum Hannover contains a fine display of modern art by the likes of Picasso, Chagall, Klee and Nolde. A whole section is devoted to the work of the Dadaist artist Kurt Schwitter and temporary exhibitions of contemporary art are often scheduled on a by Christian A. Schröder regular basis. If you are an art enthusiast, this place is a must visit. (ChristianSchd) +49 511 16843875 www.sprengel-museum.de sprengel-museum@hannov Kurt-Schwitters-Platz 4, er-stadt.de Hannover Maschsee "Inner City Lake" An artificial lake built close to the city center in 1936, Lake Maschsee is one of Hanover's most popular recreation areas. 78,000 square meters (83,9585 square feet) in size but no deeper than two meters, the lake is perfect for sailing, windsurfing, rowing, swimming and ice-skating in winter. The bathing area includes a 300 meter (984 feet) long beach and by Hannover gram has no admission fee. The summertime festival Maschseefest offers a host of entertainment for the whole family. +49 511 1234 5111 (Tourist Information) www.hannover.de/de/kultur_freizeit Rudolf-von-Bennigsen-Ufer, Hannover /naherholung/maschsee.html Hannover Congress Centrum "Meeting Center, Concert Hall & Park" Hannover Congress Centrum (HCC) consists of the city hall (the Stadthalle), the Niedersachsenhalle, the Glas and Eilenriedehalle. The city hall is a large domed structure with a classical portico. It was designed by Paul Bonatz and dates back to 1914. It is here where important congresses and celebrations take place, including performances of artists of by Christian Hartlep international stature. The acoustics of the Kuppelsaal meet the highest standards. At the back of the city hall there is a lovely park and garden with fountains, ponds, lawns, a rose garden and works of art. The Stadtpark was designed in 1951 when the first Bundesgartenschau took place right here.