Thursday, December 25, 2014

Erding

The city of Erding (Germany) located at the banks of two rivers: Fehlbach and Sempt which are meeting at south part of the city.

Most interesting streets of the Eridng (where you can find a lot of historical buildings) are Landshuterstraße and Lange Zeile. Gothic church Johanneskirche which originates from the 14th century stands at the west end of Schrannenplatz. You will easily find this church by its unusual layout. Inside of its interior most interesting exhibit is figure of Christ by Hans Leinberger which was done in 1525.

Erding . Schöner Turm. Photo provided by the Africaspotter under CC BY 3.0 license

Another Gothic sight of the Erding is Old Town Gates which is located on the opposite side of Landshuterstraße. This gates also known as the Schöner Turm. Gates are decorated by the Baroque Dome which makes it as the one of the most beautiful medieval Gates in Germany.

The former residence of the Erding’s rulers also located at the Landshuterstraße. The palace has been built in 1648. You can pass inside of the building and see how aristocracy lived few centuries ago.

In front of the palace there are Hospital Church of the Holy Spirit which originates from the 14th century and Frauenkirche church.

Erding . Rathaus. Photo provided by the Rufus46 under CC BY 3.0 license