2025 European Journey 03: "Rome of Germany" – Trier 🇩🇪🏛️

Trier, one of Germany’s oldest cities 🏛️, is nestled along the Moselle River 🌊 near the Luxembourg border. Founded by the Romans 🏺 around 16 BC, it was once a key city of the Roman Empire in Western Europe. Today, it’s packed with incredibly preserved ancient ruins, earning its nickname: "Rome of Germany"! 🎭🇩🇪 Top Attractions in Trier 🌟 1️⃣ Porta Nigra (Black Gate) ⚫🏰 The most iconic landmark in Trier! Best-preserved Roman city gate (2nd century AD) Named for its dark stones & a UNESCO World Heritage Site ✅ 2️⃣ Trier Cathedral (Dom St. Peter) ⛪👑 Oldest cathedral in Germany! Mix of Roman, Gothic & Baroque styles 🎨 Home to the "Holy Robe of Christ" – a sacred relic! ✝️ 3️⃣ Liebfrauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) 🌹💒 Earliest Gothic church in Germany! Right next to the cathedral & also a UNESCO site 🏆 4️⃣ Konstantin Basilika (Aula Palatina) 🏛️👑 Constantine the Great’s throne hall! Largest surviving Roman hall in the world! 😱 5️⃣ Hauptmarkt (Main Market Square) 🏘️🎪 The vibrant heart of Trier! ❤️ Medieval charm + colorful buildings 🎨 One of Germany’s prettiest squares! 📸 6️⃣ Karl-Marx-Haus (Marx’s Birthplace) 📚🧔 Where Karl Marx was born! Now a museum about his life & ideas 💭 Bonus Tips for Your Visit! 💡 Try local Moselle wine 🍷 – Trier is in a famous wine region! Walk along the Moselle River 🌅 – stunning views! Visit the Roman Amphitheatre 🎭 (yes, Trier has one too!) #WorldHeritageCity 🌍 #GermanyTravel 🇩🇪 #TrierAdventures ✨ #RomanHistory 🏛️ #ExploreEurope 🚀