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    Introduction

    by Wcities Travel Guides

    As a harbor city located in the far north of Germany, Hamburg has been known for centuries as the "gateway to the world." One of Hamburg's most famous sons, novelist Wolfgang Borchert, lovingly described the city as "more than a heap of stone... Continue reading »

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    History

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    There is no firm evidence of settlement in Hamburg before the fourth century A.D. Most city histories use 810 as their starting point, when Charlemagne built a fortress called the Hammaburg at the point where the River Elbe flows into Lake Al... Continue reading »

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    Where to stay

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    Visitors to Hamburg can't complain about lack of accommodation. The city contains practically every kind of lodging, from exclusive hotels with every imaginable luxury to budget-sensitive youth hostels. Over 250 hotels and boarding houses off... Continue reading »

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    Eat drink

    by Wcities Travel Guides

    Hamburg, "the gateway to the world," boasts a plentiful variety of international cuisine that's available at almost any time of the day or night. Yet despite so much foreign influence, Hamburg still offers its own unique local cuisine which v... Continue reading »

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    Entertainment

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    Theatre, Opera & Literature Hamburg has a diverse theater scene which is guaranteed to satisfy every taste. If you like light theater, head for Komödie Winterhuder Fährhaus or St.Pauli-Theater, while Deutsches Schauspielhaus Hamburg and Ernst... Continue reading »

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    Tours

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    Lake Alster What other city can boast a beautiful 160-hectare lake in its center? A favorite with locals and visitors alike, the Alster is surrounded by parks, promenades and cafés. It is the perfect place for an energetic jog or a lazy Sunda... Continue reading »

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    Getting there

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    Getting There: By Air The Hamburg Airport (+49 40 5075 x0 / http://www.ham.airport.de) is located 8.5 kilometers northwest of the center of Hamburg and services the following airlines: Air Baltic (+49 1805 24 7225; http://www.airbaltic... Continue reading »

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    Fun facts

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    Hamburg Country: Germany Hamburg by the Numbers: Population: 1.7 million Elevation: 52 feet Average Yearly Precipitation: 29.6 inches Average January Temperature: 48 degrees F Average July Temperature: 63 degrees F Quick Facts:... Continue reading »

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    Introduction

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Hamburg has many faces. A walk down the neon-lit Reeperbahn at night will revive old memories of "Sin-City Europe." A ride around Alster Lake in the city center will reveal the elegance of its finest parks and buildings. And a stroll along on... Continue reading »

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    Planning a trip

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Arriving By Plane -- The Airport Hamburg-Fuhlsbüttel, Paul-Baumer-Platz 1-3 (tel. 040/50750; www.ham.airport.de), is 8km (5 miles) north of the city center. It's served by many scheduled airlines and charter companies, with regular flights... Continue reading »

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    Fast facts

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    American Express -- The AmEx office in Hamburg is at Weiderstrasse 134 (tel. 040/180094030; U-Bahn: Saarlandstrasse) and is open Monday to Friday 9:30am to 8pm and Saturday 9:30am to 3pm. Business Hours -- Most banks are open Monday to Fri... Continue reading »

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    City layout

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Hamburg is a showplace of modern architecture; historic structures stand side by side with towering steel-and-glass buildings. The 12 sq. km (4 1/2 sq. miles) of parks and gardens are a vital part of the city, as are the 57 sq. km (22 sq. mil... Continue reading »

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The body of water which gets the Hamburgers most misty-eyed and nostalgic is the Alster lake Hans Albers Worldcup Neon Signs Hamburg , Germany
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