Stuttgart, Regional capital in Baden-Württemberg, Germany.
Stuttgart is the capital of Baden-Württemberg and sits in a valley surrounded by forested hills, orchards, and vineyards. The Neckar River flows through the northern districts and divides the area into different neighborhoods that spread across gentle slopes and flat zones.
The area was first a Roman fort in the first century before becoming the residence of the Counts of Württemberg around 1300. Over the following centuries, the settlement grew into a major town that later became the capital of the Kingdom of Württemberg and eventually of the modern state.
The city maintains several theaters, including the State Theater, where opera and ballet performances take place regularly and draw a broad audience. In street cafés and wine taverns, locals often meet after work to taste regional wine and talk about the day.
The public transport system connects all 23 districts through an integrated network of underground trains, trams, and regional railways. Visitors who want to explore the surroundings will find walking trails in the vineyards and parks that can be reached within minutes from the center.
The Mercedes-Benz Museum displays more than 1500 exhibits in a building with a double helix structure that documents 130 years of automotive history. Visitors walk along a spiral ramp through the exhibition, which spans nine levels and presents different eras of vehicle manufacturing.
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