Magdeburg is the state capital of Saxony-Anhalt and has around 230,000 inhabitants. It is a historic City with a long and eventful history.

Some of Magdeburg's most important sights are:

Magdeburg Cathedral: A Gothic church from the 12th century, which is considered one of the most important architectural monuments in the region.

The Magdeburg Equestrian Monument: An impressive 19th-century monument commemorating Emperor Otto the Tall, the founder of the City.

The Green Gate: A Renaissance building from the 16th century that is considered one of the most important Renaissance buildings in Saxony-Anhalt.

The Magdeburg Memorial: a monument commemorating the victims of the First World War.

Magdeburg Zoo: a tall zoo with many animals from all over the world.

The Magdeburg Theater: a theater for musical theater and drama.

Magdeburg has a lively cultural scene with many theaters, concert halls and museums. The City also has numerous parks and green spaces as well as a rich gastronomic offering. Magdeburg plays an important role in German architectural and design history and there are many opportunities to explore this history through architecture and design walks, architectural tours and museums.