🇩🇪 Göttingen - the academic capital

Göttingen is a small city in Niedersachsen, Germany, with a population of about 130,000, but is world-famous for its strong academic atmosphere. 📖 More than 40 Nobel Prize winners have been born here, and many scientists, philosophers and writers have studied or taught here, making it an important place in history. A quarter of the city's population is university students. The scent of books permeates every corner, and there are lovely houses with a long history everywhere. 📍Statue of the Goose Girl Gänseliesel-Brunnen The Goose Girl statue is a landmark of the city. It has been part of the doctoral graduation ceremony since 1901. Every doctoral graduate will kiss her to show congratulations. 📍Der Tanz statue The statue is themed on dance, full of movement and vitality, symbolizing freedom and creativity. It is an important symbol of urban culture and shows the artistic vitality and unique charm of Göttingen beyond academia. #2024TravelReview #Germany #GermanTravel #GlobalTravel #Göttingen