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A must-visit for the music lovers Leipzig in Germany is literally known as the city of Bach. It is known as the largest city in Saxony and is proud to present the Grandhaus Orchestra celebrating the glorious tradition of classical music. It has celebrated its tercentenary in 1993.
Major Attractions in Leipzig:
Leipzig a city of variations has much to offer to its tourists. Some of the places which are not to be missed are Agra-Park a stretch of green where one can take a stroll, the Agyptisches Museum which houses the treasures of Egypt or the Antikenmuseum der Stadt Leipzig a perfect stop for the antique-lovers. A trip down the memory lane is possible with a visit to the Alte Borse, the symbol of architectural splendor, the Altes Rathaus or the Augustusplatz, the central location in Leipzig which includes the Gewandhaus, the Museum der bildenden Kunste and faculties of the universities. The vacation will be incomplete without the Bach Museum and Deutsches Buch und Schriftmuseum, the ultimate place for the book lovers. The Schillerhaus and the Medelssohn-Haus Leipzig are two popular options which is a favorite haunt among the history lovers.
Culinary Delights:
To sample some of the most authentic German cuisine, it is better to have a glimpse of some of the popular restaurants like Casa Loca the best place for Mexican cuisine, or Barcelona, the restaurant known to serve some hot tangy Spanish dishes. If one prefers the traditional Saxon cuisine, the holidayers can stop at Bathels Hof, one of the oldest eateries of Leipzig. It specializes in mouth-watering delights like Leipziger allerei or heubraten which is considered as the specialty of the house. The Italian pizza, pasta and spaghetti will never taste better after one has taken a tour in Don Camillo & Peppone.
It is always easier for the traveller to use the system of public transportation which comprises of buses, light rail trains and trams and visit all the important places in Leipzig. Taxis are also available which might be a little more expensive than the public transport.
The best time to visit Leipzig is summer, for all the colorful local events including the famous Street Music Festival take place at this time. A popular hub for both classical and western music, Leipzig is known to organize musical events for the music lovers. The Leipziger Jazz Days Festival takes place in October closely followed by the unique annual events like the Puppet Theatre Festival, The Laughter Fair and the Annual Book Fair.
The part-hoppers will not be disappointed because they can either stop at Auerbach’s Keller, known to inspire Goethe’s Faust. Other picks are Mephisto Bar known for its feature drink called the Mephisto Feuer or Satan’s Fire, Bounce 87, Natchcafe and Spizz, a week-end haunt known for its brilliant ambience which appeals all. If you want to shop till you drop the best options are Market Square or the Neumarkt Passage offering local specialities.
The accommodation is available according to the pockets. However all the hotels are known to have their sight-seeing programs and their own airport pick-up facilities. Leipzig is well-connected with all the big cities of the world and the international airports. If the vacation is planned well ahead, then the holidayers can also avail the facilities of cheap bookings.
Come and visit Leipzig, a city which remembers the past and provides all facilities of the modern city.
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