Cologne is a very important center for Western Europe due to its location.. Every year Koelnmesse hosts around 55 international fairs and 2 million visitors. At the same time, there are many shopping centers and shopping streets in Cologne.
While walking on the street in Cologne, we hear Turkish words all the time.. There are many Turks and the streets are quite crowded.. Cologne has a population of approximately 2 million people.. Germany’s 4th largest.
The most important event is the Cologne Carnival, which starts every year on November 11 at 11:11, attended by thousands of people.. Costumes are worn, local songs are sung, parades are held at this carnival.. The meaning of carnival is “5 of the year”. During this period, Cologne becomes a lively city that is worth seeing.
One of the most active periods is Christmas time.. During this period, you can lose yourself in the Christmas markets.
In the middle of July, you can watch the dance of fireworks in the sky at the “Kölner Lichter” festival.. It’s like they light up the city with fireworks.
The last time I went to Cologne, the World Ice Hockey Championship was held in Cologne.. For this reason, every hour, everywhere was crowded and full of fun.
Young people popping champagne, people in uniforms supporting their team in ice hockey were outside until the first light of the morning.. Especially the most active part is the stairs next to the Cathedral. The most popular dishes unique to Cologne are; Black pudding with onions called “Kölsche Kaviar“, slices of gouda cheese with onions and mustard called “Halve Hahn“, a style of pork called “Hämmche” and “Soorbrode” a steak. You can’t miss the famous Kölsche beer…
Cologne people generally drink coffee with Nougatbrezel, which is similar to our bagel but is sweeter and lighter.
>It is possible to find a nightclub in Cologne that appeals to everyone’s musical style.. One of Germany’s most colorful nightlife cities with over 70 nightclubs. At the same time, there are many nightclubs only for gays and lesbians.
As for accommodation in Cologne, the CityClass Hotel Europa, which is among the quality hotels in Cologne, is located in the city center and is Cologne Cathedral. A hotel located 3 minutes’ walk from strong>and the Roman-Germanic Museum. It is very convenient with its proximity to transportation networks and its surrounding facilities.. Located in Cologne’s Old Town, only 300 meters from Cologne Cathedral and Central Station, Senats Hotel Köln can be considered as an alternative to this hotel. Another beautiful hotel in the city centre, Hotel Cristall – Superior is located in the heart of Cologne, a 5-minute walk from the cathedral, main shopping streets and the central train station.. The exhibition center is one stop away by metro.. In addition to these, to browse and make reservations for other Cologne hotels, you can go to booking.com and review Cologne hotels.
