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Aachen is a historic spa city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It is the westernmost city of Germany, located along the its borders with Belgium and the Netherlands, 65 km west of Cologne.

Main Sights: The impressive Aachen Cathedral was erected on the orders of Charlemagne in 786 AD and was on completion the largest dome north of the Alps. On his death Charlemagne's remains were interred in the cathedral and can be seen there to this date.

The 14th century city hall lies on Markt. The coronation hall is on the first floor of the building. Inside you can find five frescos by the Aachen artist Alfre Rethel which show legendary scenes from the life of Charlemagne, as well as Charlemagne's signature.

Universities: Aachen University of Technology, Aachen University of Applied Sciences, and The German Army's Technical School.

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