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Darmstadt, Scientific city in Hesse, Germany.

The city extends across 122 square kilometers between the Odenwald plateau and Rhine River, housing numerous research institutes and technology companies.

The small settlement received its city charter in 1330 and later became the residence of the landgraves of Hesse-Darmstadt in 1479.

The Mathildenhöhe district contains the Artists Colony, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site with its collection of Art Nouveau architecture.

The European Space Operations Centre and Technical University of Darmstadt offer extensive employment opportunities in aerospace and scientific research sectors.

The Russian Orthodox Chapel, commissioned by Tsar Nicholas II, stands as a memorial to his wife Alexandra, who was born in Darmstadt.

Location: Darmstadt Government Region

Inception: 1330

Elevation above the sea: 144 m

Part of: Frankfurt Rhine-Main Metropolitan Region

Shares border with: Darmstadt-Dieburg, Offenbach

Website: https://darmstadt.de

GPS coordinates: 49.86667,8.65000

Latest update: May 27, 2025 20:50

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