Was it arrogance or pure confidence that led the citizens of Frankfurt (Oder) to build such a magnificent Rathaus? Right before you stands not just a building, but a statement carved in brick and time. The Rathaus, with its soaring Gothic spires, speaks volumes of the city’s ambition. Construction began in 1253, a testament to Frankfurt’s burgeoning prosperity after gaining town rights. This wasn’t merely a place for governance; it was a marketplace, a courthouse, and a symbol of civic pride. The Rathaus has seen it all: flourishing trade, devastating wars, and even a lottery aptly named “Save the Rathaus” which funded its reconstruction after World War II. Look closely at the south gable – a gilded herring hangs there. A quirky reminder of Frankfurt’s dominance in the medieval herring trade. Today, the Rathaus still serves the city, housing the municipal government and the Galerie Junge Kunst, a haven for contemporary art. Yet, it whispers of a time when its halls echoed with merchants’ barters and councilmen’s debates. A silent sentinel, the Rathaus reminds us that Frankfurt (Oder)’s story continues to be written.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to