Collegium Jenense, Cultural heritage monument in central Jena, Germany.
The Collegium Jenense features Renaissance architecture with symmetrical windows, stone carvings, and a central entrance portal in red sandstone construction.
The foundation of Collegium Jenense in 1548 marked the beginning of higher education in Jena, establishing a center for academic studies in Thuringia.
The building houses exhibition spaces and lecture halls where scholars and students participate in academic discussions, continuing centuries of intellectual exchange.
Located at Fürstengraben street, visitors can access guided tours of the building every Tuesday and Thursday from 10:00 to 16:00 throughout the year.
The original astronomical observatory remains intact on the roof, where Johannes Kepler conducted observations during his time at the institution.
Location: Jena
GPS coordinates: 50.92793,11.58442
Latest update: March 4, 2025 22:12
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