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Gera Germany - A Small Town With a Big Heart

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Gera is a charming town with an intriguing past. After World War II, bombings transformed it into something entirely new, one filled with resilience and resilience.  Experience one of Germany's most captivating cities, with a bustling cultural scene and captivating tales from history. Begin your tour at the town hall, with its iconic Samson fountain at its center. The Marienkirche The Marienkirche is the most iconic cathedral and emblematic symbol of German Protestant faith. Constructed between 1717-1720 by Saxon architect David Schatz, it replaced a 14th-century chapel. The church boasts an imposing altarpiece designed by Jacob von Ultrecht in the late 18th century. It is considered one of the world's finest examples of Gothic-Renaissance design. Gera's most beloved attraction is its Baroque orangery, built by Count Heinrich XXV of Reuss-Gera in the 1720s. Inside, there are many works of art to admire, including paintings by Otto Dix. In Gera, there is a museum honoring th