Cologne Cathedral: A Timeless Masterpiece �✨

Every business trip brings me back here, and even after 6 years since my last visit, its grandeur still leaves me breathless. (Personally, even more awe-inspiring than Milan Cathedral!) 🏆 Record-Breaking Marvel Height: Germany's 2nd tallest, world's 3rd tallest church Architecture: The most flawless example of Gothic style, blending colossal scale with intricate details Construction: Took 632 years to complete (1248-1880), with ongoing restoration even today Prestige: Ranked among Europe's Big Three religious landmarks alongside Notre-Dame de Paris and St. Peter's Basilica ⛪ Sacred Significance Since its completion, Cologne's law forbids any building to surpass its height—resulting in unique 7-8 floor structures with 4-5 underground levels! 🔍 Architectural Wonders 24-ton St. Peter's Bell (the heaviest!) 10 chapels built entirely of polished stone 10,000+ sqm of stained glass windows depicting Biblical figures that glow like jewels in sunlight ☀️ Priceless medieval artworks housed within 💎 Visitor Info 🎟️ Free cathedral entry 💰 Treasures Chamber: €4 | Tower climb: €2 (€1 for groups 10+) | Combo ticket: €5 (50% student discount) ⏰ Open daily 6:00-19:30 #Cologne #CologneCathedral #GothicArchitecture #TravelGermany #WorldHeritage 🇩🇪✈️