“A simple stone yet a captivating symbol of Cologne’s rich history.” The Monument Tongern Stele stands tall on Burgmauer. It was placed there in 1986, as a tribute to the Roman past of the city. This stone monument is not just a piece of stone; it’s a window into Cologne’s Roman history. The stele shows a map of the 2000-year-old Roman city of Tongeren. It reveals the significance of Tongeren as a major Roman city, located in modern-day Belgium. It also signifies the importance of the Roman presence in Cologne, where the Roman fort was the capital of Germania Inferior. The monument, designed by Raf Verjans, stands in front of the old Roman city wall. The Roman city wall is the only visible relic of the Roman fort, and it served both as a defense against enemies as well as a boundary of the Roman settlement. In a way, the stele helps you understand the history of Cologne. You can almost hear the whispers of Roman soldiers patrolling the wall while envisioning the bustling life of that time. The Monument Tongern Stele is a reminder of the city’s rich past and how it has been shaped by the Romans. Cologne is the result of the historical legacy of a time long ago, and the stele invites you to ponder on the city’s fascinating journey.
Skulpturenpark Stammheim
A golden winged pug surveys the Rhine. That’s how many remember the Skulpturenpark Stammheim. This isn’t just any park. It’s