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8/22/2014

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On Tuesday I got more acquainted with the Nürnberg transit system than a lot of Nürnbergers are.  The easy way to do this is to try to go somewhere when you're not sure if what you're hearing or seeing are words or names of locations.  I left for rehearsal at a good time and then about 3 and a half hours later, I finally showed up.  But that was my fault.  The transit system here is incredible.  Nürnberg is a city of about 500,000 people. I think half of them ride the U-bahn (subway).  It's pretty densely populated, similar to Portland.  But people drive like absolute maniacs here.  I'm even afraid to ride a bicycle because then I wouldn't have the time to make sure my way was going to be clear.
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Above is the Königstor, or King's Tower from around 1400AD.  This part of the city still has the wall from when it was all built intact, except for places where they've carved out spots for cars.  Much of this part of town (called Altstadt or "Old Town") was destroyed in bombing raids in 1945 so it is an interesting mix of old meets new.  It's also the main shopping and tourism district.
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Silvia
8/27/2014 06:00:48 am

Yes it is a nice place a lot of History ...most cities have a place or part of town called Altstadt...where you can find some unique Architecture and History of the town it self. I envy you ...would love to be home and and enjoy the wine fest as well the Bad Canstatt fest happening soon.Lots of Beer and Sausages to your hearts content.I am happy for you to hear things care happening for you.
I know it is unusual cold and Autumn is in the air.Take care my friend and enjoy.

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