Aachen (from old German, Aach = River, from old High German, ahha = water, stream, related to Latin, aquarium = springs) was the site of the first urban battle in WWII, in which the majority of the city was totally destroyed. Except the ancient Cathedral. Though it was heavily damaged by air raids, its structure survived. The city seen today was reconstructed after the war.
Quis ut Deus = Who is like God. This is the translation of the Hebrew name for the archangel Michael.
All the shop windows were beautifully decorated. Notice all the gingerbread. Aachen is noted for its special spicy gingerbread.
Old buildings with modern facades.
Behold, Lindt! There is actually a manufacturing plant in Aachen.
Next, church interior.
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