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Halle (Saale) is the largest city of Saxony-Anhalt and the 31st-largest city of Germany. It lies on the River Saale, near Leipzig, and has a rich history, culture, and economy.
- Marktkirche Unser Lieben Frauen. One of Central Germany’s finest Late Gothic churches, Halle’s 16th-century Marktkirche is unmissable thanks to its four towers.
- Halle State Museum of Prehistory. Saxony-Anhalt’s archaeological discoveries are shown in chronological order at this world-class museum. The permanent exhibition begins at the start of the Stone Age and ends in the early Iron Age, roughly 2,000 years ago.
- Händel-Haus. The Baroque composer George Frideric Handel was born at this Renaissance complex in 1685. His father, Georg had purchased the property in 1666, and the building itself dates back to at least 1558.
- Halloren Chocolate Factory. In Halle since the start of the 19th century The Halloren Chocolate Factory is the oldest chocolate factory in Germany still in business.
Halle is a city in east-central Germany, known for its salt trade, Protestant Reformation, and composer George Frideric Handel. It has a rich medieval heritage, a university, and a modern industrial base.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Halle is a city with a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant modern scene. You can visit the birthplace of Handel, the Nebra sky disk, the Red Tower and more, or enjoy cafés, restaurants and events in the Old Town.
Dec 19, 2023 · Picturesquely situated along the Saale River, the largest city in Saxony-Anhalt is just a stone’s throw away from seven UNESCO World Heritage Treasures – and a beauty itself. Welcome to Halle!
Halle is the largest city in Saxony-Anhalt, Germany with a population of 233,700. Located on the river Saale, it is often referred to as Halle an der Saale, or Halle (Saale) for short, to distinguish it from other municipalities in Germany sharing the same name.