This is a city where billions of dollars are concentrated — a true economic hub. Every second resident works in banking or finance. It’s no surprise that the city’s landmarks include two giant skyscrapers nicknamed “Debit” and “Credit” by locals. The banking district makes you feel like you’re in bustling New York or crowded Singapore. The gleaming glass towers are breathtaking and house thousands of stock exchange offices.
The most famous skyscraper in the city — the Eurotower — also serves as the headquarters of the European Central Bank. Its symbol, the blue euro sign, is often used as an illustration in many financial news reports.
This is how the city looks today, but in ancient times, kings were crowned here. Frankfurt am Main has an incredibly rich history. According to legend, it was founded as early as the year 794 — this is when the city was first mentioned in historical records.
But let's return to modern Frankfurt. As the business and financial capital of Europe, it transforms into a lively place for tourists to wander and for roaming beggars in the evenings. You can see dozens of beggars wandering the streets or sleeping in parks. On the other hand, travelers prefer to take a walk along the Museum Embankment at night, which entices with the smell of Frankfurt sausages and the bright lights of attractions and carousels.
During the day, the population of Frankfurt-on-the-Main enjoys strolling through the historic part of the city. And when it comes to shopping, they head to the enormous MyZeil.
