Germany, federal state North Rhine-Westphalia; City Cologne [Köln]: the medieval, Roman, city gate the Hahnentorburg or Hahnentor. This historic, ancient, building, fortress, formed part of the eight kilometer city wall, walls of the town. The construction, former fortifications, stands in the historic center, Altstadt. The port is now used by pedestrians and cyclists. On a fine sunny day in spring, people, young and old, have spring fever and want to go outside to enjoy the beautiful weather, the sun, and this historic building. This fortification is a landmark, cultural heritage site, monument and tourist attraction.
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