FRANKFURT, GERMANY 🇩🇪 4K WALKING TOUR OF CITY CENTER , DOWNTOWN AND BANKING DISTRICT [4K HDR 60fbs] 

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Frankfurt is a historical city located in the German state of Hesse and is an important financial center. The city's history dates back to the Roman period. In the 1st century AD, the Romans established a settlement near Mainz, and during this period, the area where Frankfurt is located became an important river crossing. The city's name is known as *Franconofurd*, meaning "Franks' Passage". This name refers to the crossing points on the Main River in the Middle Ages.
During the Middle Ages, Frankfurt developed especially as a center of trade. In the 9th century, Frankfurt became one of the important cities of the Holy Roman Empire and a place where coronation ceremonies were held for emperors. Especially with the Golden Edict issued in 1356, imperial elections began to be held here. This situation made Frankfurt one of the most important cities in the empire.
Starting from the 16th century, Frankfurt became famous for the Frankfurt Book Fair, one of the largest trade fairs in Europe. In addition, after the Protestant Reformation, the city attracted attention with its religious diversity and tolerance.
In the 19th century, Frankfurt was also the scene of important events in Germany's political history. During the revolution for the unification of Germany in 1848-1849, the Frankfurt National Assembly convened in Paulskirche and went down in history as Germany's first constitutional assembly. This event was one of the cornerstones of democratic movements and constitutional monarchy in Germany.
Although the city suffered great damage during World War II, it was quickly rebuilt after the war. Today, Frankfurt has become one of the most important financial centers of Germany and Europe with its modern skyscrapers, international banks and large airport.
- The headquarters of the *European Central Bank* (ECB) is located in Frankfurt, making it the financial heart of Europe. The city also hosts the *Bundesbank* and one of the world's largest stock exchanges, the **Frankfurt Stock Exchange**. This makes Frankfurt a major financial center on a global scale.
- Frankfurt is also known for its international trade fairs. The *Frankfurt Book Fair**, the world's largest and oldest book fair, is held here every year. It also hosts important fairs in many sectors, from automotive to technology, the most famous of which is the **Frankfurt Motor Show*
- Frankfurt is one of the most important transportation hubs in Germany and Europe. *Frankfurt Airport* is one of the busiest airports in Europe and plays a major role in global air transportation. The city also serves as the hub of Germany's railway network. *Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof* (central train station) is one of the largest and busiest train stations in Germany.
- Frankfurt has historical importance as the city where the coronation ceremonies of emperors took place during the *Holy Roman Empire* period. It is also the birthplace of Germany's famous poet *Johann Wolfgang von Goethe* and therefore has great significance in terms of German literature.
- The city is home to numerous museums, galleries and cultural events. Cultural venues such as the *Städel Museum**, **Museum of Modern Art (MMK)* and *Goethe House* in particular demonstrate how important the city is in artistic and intellectual terms. Frankfurt is also home to the **Alte Oper**, one of the most prestigious opera houses in Germany.
- Frankfurt is one of the most economically powerful cities in Germany. Many major German and international companies are headquartered here. The city also plays a major role in international business.
- Frankfurt also has an important position in education with its prestigious universities and research centers. *Goethe University* is one of Germany's leading universities and the city is an educational center that attracts many international students.
- Frankfurt also serves as an important diplomatic center within the European Union. The city has offices for many international organizations. Being one of the places where European financial regulations are shaped shows that Frankfurt is also of great importance at the EU level.
Frankfurt's strategic location in Germany and Europe has made it not only a financial and commercial center, but also an important city in historical, cultural and political terms.