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Introduction
Rizal's Route
Guide to Photographs
Heidelberg
Wilhelmsfeld
Mannheim
Mainz
Rüdesheim
Castles
Loreley
Boppard
Bonn
Cologne
Königswinter
Remagen
Rolandseck
Linz
Koblenz
Bingen
Frankfurt
Eisenach
Erfurt
Leipzig
Dresden
Potsdam
Berlin-1
Berlin-2
Miscellaneous
Dresden
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Dresden 1
Steps leading to the famous Brühl Terrace of Dresden which is sometimes referred to as the "Balcony of Europe". |
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The Brühl Terrace overlooking the broad Elbe River. |
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Dresden 3
The Catholic Church. The church has been heavily damaged in World War II, but it has been rebuilt to its former glory. Dr. Rizal heard mass in this church during his first visit to Dresden. |
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The Royal Palace. The palace was almost totally destroyed in World War II, but it is now under reconstruction for use as a museum. |
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Dresden 5
The Johanneum with its beautiful facade. It was originally built as a stable between 1586 and 1591. During the 19th century, it was redesigned and served as an Art Gallery. At present, it is used as a Transport Museum with a huge display of various means of transportation. |
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The Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady). This impressive church was totally destroyed during the Second World War. It is now being rebuilt and it is expected to be finished by the year 2005. |
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Dresden 7
The Zwinger is the most significant baroque building in Germany. It was constructed between 1709 and 1728 during the rule of August the Strong. The whole complex consists of the Semper Gallery, Crown Gate with the Polish royal crown on top. Wall Pavillion, Chimes Pavillion, Museum of Natural Sciences, Historical Museum, etc. |
Dresden 8
Partial view of the vast courtyard of the Zwinger.
| Dresden 9
The Painting Gallery. Dr. Rizal had visited the Painting Gallery during his sojourn in Dresden in 1886. |
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