Heidelberg is considered the quintessential German city, encapsulating the nation's history and romance. Nearly 3.5 million tourists come here every year to see many of Heidelberg's sights, which include the Heiliggeistkirche, the old bridge, universities, museums, and one of the most famous ruined castles in the world. Because Heidelberg is a university town, it offers a wide variety of eating and drinking establishments, as well as numerous cultural activities. Visitors who wander around the city find it easy to see why Heidelberg is such a celebrated town, immortalized by countless artists and poets throughout its history.
