Cologne Cathedral and Christmas Markets

The pictures are a little fuzzy, but the setting is magnificent. The Cologne Cathedral or "Kolner Dom" whose main tower at one time in the 1800's was the tallest building in the world. It's main work of art is the "Shrine of the Three Kings" an ornate sarcophogus dating to the 13th Century which tradition says contains the remains and some clothing and artifacts of the Three Wise Men.








Christmas Market booths are set up in the square beside the Cathedral. There is an emphasis on The Three Kings at this market . . . and of course many booths (usually the busiest booths) with Bratwurst and Glugwein. There were 4 other markets in Cologne all with a little different theme and items for sale.

















Melanie with the market in the background.