Old City Library, Architectural heritage monument in Frankfurt, Germany
The Old City Library exhibits classical architecture with symmetrical proportions, defined columns, and sandstone elements across its grand exterior structure.
The library, designed by architect Johann Friedrich Christian Hess in 1825, stands as a testament to Frankfurt's commitment to education and knowledge preservation.
Located in Frankfurt's Altstadt quarter, the building represents the period when German cities established substantial public institutions for literature and learning.
The structure maintains its position near transportation links, with direct access to underground stations and major pedestrian routes through Frankfurt's center.
During the extensive Dom-Römer reconstruction project from 2012 to 2018, the library served as an architectural reference point for surrounding development patterns.
Location: Frankfurt
Inception: 1825
Architects: Johann Friedrich Christian Hess
Architectural style: classicism
Address: Schöne Aussicht 2
GPS coordinates: 50.10940,8.69333
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:12
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