German and Roman architecture side by side! |
This is Porta Nigra built by the ancient Romans. It was 1 of the 4 gates guarding the city. The Roman city was of great importance serving in the role of governance as an administrative capitol. Trier was also a cultural center to the surrounding towns with a Roman bath and amphitheater.
I can't wait to go inside next time- they even give an English tour. It's a must!
Porta Nigra is something worth going back to!
The elephants were on parade there:) My girls loved spotting them through out our excursion.
Each one is themed and I believe they are to be auctioned off for an elephant charity!
Beautiful buildings and quaint cafes everywhere!
These statues we very "life like" LOL! Of course my chickens have no known knowledge of these- it made my day to see them ponder in disbelief!
The market square and St Gangolf's Catholic Church
baby girl is just along for the ride! |
Team Haines with the Dom (St. Peter's Cathedral). This beautiful church is home to Jesus's Holy Robe- said to be worn just days before the crucifixion. This is a completely seamless garment brought from Jerusalem by St Helena in the 4th century. Last year it was on display for only the 17th time in history.
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