Mannheim, University city in Baden-Württemberg, Germany
Mannheim is a major city in Baden-Württemberg located where the Rhine and Neckar rivers meet. The center follows a rectangular grid system with numbered squares from A1 to U6 instead of conventional street names.
Karl Benz built his first motorized vehicle here in 1885, marking the beginning of the automobile era. The city was heavily damaged during World War II and rebuilt in the postwar years with modern architecture.
The National Theatre offers opera, ballet and drama productions that draw audiences from across the region throughout the season. In the evenings, squares and cafés in the center fill with theatergoers and students winding down after performances.
The main train station connects the city to major European destinations, while an extensive tram and bus network covers the entire Rhine-Neckar region. The numbered street system makes navigation in the center straightforward, as each square follows a logical sequence.
The palace from the 18th century is the largest baroque palace complex in Germany and now houses the main campus of the university. Its facade stretches over 1,300 feet (400 meters) and frames the entire ceremonial courtyard in front of the entrance.
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