Köln Cathedral

The purpose of our trip was to see the Cathedral in Köln.

My mother read the newspaper a few years ago and taught me that the Cathedral was almost forfeit the designation of a world heritage (UNESCO) because of its touristy surroundings. I almost forgot about this news, but suddenly remembered when I saw 'Cartier' and other brand shops next to the Cathedral......... why?

The Cathedral was very big and impressive. We walked around inside of the cathedral while reading information brochure in one hand. I found these two (pictures) were especially beautiful. The construction of the church itself is expressing 'Germany', I thought.