Museum August Kestner

Museum August Kestner in Hanover, Germany

People call it “The house with the 5,000 windows”. Actually, the facade of the Museum August Kestner consists of thousands of glass elements. That way, visitors enjoy the exhibits in a special light. The building saw its opening in 1889. [German]

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Manhole cover in Hanover

Manhole cover in Hannover, Germany

A manhole cover seen in Hannover, Germany. I know the coat of arms of Hannover which is in the center of the emblem but what about the two lions and the helmet? Do you know the meaning of this coat of arms?

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