The capital with their rock music

Capital of Lower Saxony Hanover HANOVER City is known for the fact that it formed the legendary rock band Scorpions. Of course, this is not the most remarkable event in the history of this city, which is one of the largest in Germany. Musically, the existence of this group said that, despite the fact that Hanover has an important position as a major cultural and industrial center, it has always been famous for its musicians, theater and opera. Hanover is located in central Germany and is the capital of Lower Saxony. Hanover Square is 204 square kilometers, and today the city is home to more than 520 thousand inhabitants. Hanover is home to the world's largest Hannover Industrial Fair Hannover Messe. New Town Hall Hannover history began in the early Middle Ages, around the XII century. In the Middle Ages the city existed as a city-state. For the first time in official documents referred to Hanover in 1150 as a center of trade in the region. The first known ruler of Hanover was Ernest who married a granddaughter of King James I of Sofia. In the days of Napoleon's part of the land around Hanover were a part of the Kingdom of Westphalia (1807), and by 1810 virtually the entire territory of the Electorate of Hanover was a part of the kingdom. Several years later, in 1813, Hanover exempt from the ten-year French occupation by British troops of King George III. In 1815, by decision of the Congress of Vienna Hanover acquires the status of the kingdom and part of the German Confederation. The Congress of Vienna sought to create a new order in Europe after the Napoleonic Wars 1808-1812 period. In 1866, Hanover became a province of Prussia. During the Second World War, the capital of Lower Saxony, was hit hard by massive bombings, but was again restored after the war. Gardens Herrenhausen Hannover - a city, which took several major trade shows. This tradition began in 1947 when the city hosted the first industrial exhibition. Hanover became the venue of the first World's Fair in Germany. It was held in this city in 2000. The very first World Exposition held in London in 1851. During this event demonstrates the latest achievements in science, technology and culture. Tourists visiting Hanover, should pay attention to the numerous architectural and historical masterpieces that testify to the rich historical heritage of the city. In the central part of the Old Town is the old town hall. This building differs magnificent Gothic architecture, it was built in the period from 1439 to 1455. Near the market is the church of St. George and St. Jacob. Hanover Castle in Hanover is a large number of palaces and castles, which indicates the rich historical heritage of the city. One of the most famous palaces of Hanover is Laynshlos palace, built in the XVII century. It is located in the southern part of Old Town. Once there was a residence of the kings of Hanover, sitting here today the government of Lower Saxony. The Palace looks very attractive, it was renovated in 1832. In Hanover is also the most famous English gardens of the Baroque in Europe - the royal gardens Herrenhausen. They occupy an area of ??50 hectares. Known for its baroque buildings and the Cathedral of St. Johann, which was built in 1666-1670 years, and the Cathedral of St. Clemens, erected in 1711-1718, respectively.