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Goslar

Imperial Palace This amazing Kaiserstadt (imperial town) founded in 922 by Heinrich I, situated on the northern edge of the Harz has over thousand year's history. Its romantic palace, the beautiful old timber frame buildings, churches and the museums give this town a great historic feeling. In 1992 the old town, as well as the mine Rammelsgerg were entered on the UNESCO World Cultural and Natural Heritage List.
The Markt is at the centre of this medieval town, and is a good base to start your exploration. The Hotel Kaiserworth in the town Markt was built as a textile guild in 1494. The impressive late Gothic town hall (Rathaus) which was recently restored features unique wall paintings which will take you back to the 16th century, when this magnificent hall was used by the local council. At night the light coming from the inside via its stained glass windows illuminate the town square. Timber framed buildings
Henry Moore, Goslar Warrior The 11th Century Kaiserpfalz palace is one of the highlights of Goslar and is recommended. The frescoes of historical scenes inside date from the 19th Century. On the South side is St Ulrich chapel containing the heart of Heinrich III . In the gardens is an excellent sculpture by the British artist Henry Moore entitled Goslar Warrior (Goslarer Krieger). The Goslar Museum has good overview of the history of Goslar as well as Harz, plus a room which features the treasures of the former Goslar Dom.
The Museum of Musical Instruments and Dolls contain a very impressive private collection of curiosities. A visit to the Museum of Modern Art which is located in a 16th Century timber framed house has a good display of modern art plus changing exhibitions. Off course if art is not for you than a visit to the Museum im Zwinger with its collection of torture instruments and medieval tools (many exhibits can be tried out), could make for an interesting afternoon. Goslar town square
UNESCO Welkulturerbe Rammelsberg Mine UNESCO Welkulturerbe Rammelsberg a world heritage site is located 11km outside of the town. This 1000 year old mine is actually now four museums. Goslar owes its wealth and prosperity from this mine which closed in 1988. The sight of three huge underground wooden water wheels which provided both power and drainage is worth the visit alone.