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Göttingen

The city Göttingen has approximately 130.000 residents and is located at the heart of Germany, in the German state of lower Saxony. It was first mentioned in the year 953, achieved city rights in 1230 and is now the sixth greatest town in lower Saxony. Göttingen is surrounded by a beautiful and interesting landscape e.g. it is located in the middle of numerous forestlands and two national parks are situated in close vicinity. Moreover, a mountain range called "Harz" is just a short drive away and provides various leisure activities. Bigger cities, for instance Hannover or Kassel, can be reached easily by train or car. Göttingen offers a big variety of cultural events for example theaters and musicals, classical and modern concerts and city fairs. Furthermore, Göttingen has a beautiful historic village to offer. Numerous ancient half-timber houses lend the old town its medieval charm.

With approximately 20% of the residents being students, Göttingen is a typical university town and nearly everybody is somehow connected to the university be it through work, friends or family. Due to its student-like flair, Göttingen has developed its own little tradition. For their doctorate it is common to climb on the landmark of Göttingen, the "Gänseliesel" (Goose girl), and to bring flowers and kiss the statue, which makes the "Gänseliesel" the most kissed girl in Germany.

For more information about events and facts have a look at the city homepage.