World Heritage Photos - Roman Monuments in Trier

Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: Trier is the oldest city in Germany, situated on the banks of the River Moselle. It was founded by the Romans in 16 BC. In the third century, Emperor Diocletian designated Trier a capital of the Western Roman Empire and an imperial residence. Trier was the residence of several Roman Emperors and became known as the' Second Rome'. Several Roman monuments have survived to this day. The Porta Nigra (Latin for 'Black Gate') dates from the second century and remains the largest Roman city gate north of the Alps. The Roman amphitheatre was built in the second century; it was used until the fifth century for wild animal fights and gladiator contests. The Kaiserthermen were once the third largest Roman baths in the world; they were built in the fourth century during the reign of the Roman Emperor Constantine I, also known as Constantine the Great. The Roman Bridge is the oldest bridge in Germany; the pillars were built by the Romans in the second century. The Constantine Basilica (Aula Palatina) was commissioned by Emperor Constantine I in AD 310. The Constantine Basilica contains one of the largest still existing halls from antiquity. The Roman amphitheatre of Trier was built in the second century; visitors can explore the tunnels and cellars of the arena. The Cathedral of St Peter is the oldest church in Germany; it was founded by Constantine the Great, the first Christian Emperor. The Romanesque Cathedral of St Peter and the Church of Our Lady are joined by a passage. The Church of Our Lady was influenced by French Gothic architecture, such as Reims Cathedral. The Column of Igel is located 8 km upriver from Trier on the River Moselle. Karl Marx was born in Trier in 1818; his birthplace is now a museum. Trier is situated about 79 km north of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in Völklingen. The Roman Monuments, the Cathedral of St Peter and the Church of Our Lady in Trier were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.

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Roman Monuments in Trier - The Porta Nigra is one of the imposing Roman monuments in Trier. The Porta Nigra (Latin for Black Gate) dates back to the 2nd century. The...

The Porta Nigra is one of the imposing Roman monuments in Trier. The Porta Nigra (Latin for Black Gate) dates back to the 2nd century. The name derives from the darkened colour of its stone; the original Roman name is unknown. The gate served as the northern city gate of the Roman city Augusta Treverorum, now modern-day Trier. The Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.

The Porta Nigra is one of the imposing Roman monuments in Trier. The Porta Nigra (Latin for Black Gate) dates back to the 2nd century. The name derives from the darkened colour of its stone; the original Roman name is unknown. The gate served as the northern city gate of the Roman city Augusta Treverorum, now modern-day Trier. The Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier were declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1986.
Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: The Porta Nigra in Trier. Trier was founded in 16 BC by the Romans and was one of the largest cities in the Roman Empire; it became known as the Second Rome. Several Roman monuments have survived to this day. The Porta Nigra dates from around 170–180 AD and was built of grey sandstone. Today, the Porta Nigra remains the largest Roman city gate north of the Alps.
Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: The Church of Our Lady in Trier is the oldest Gothic church in Germany; it was built in the 13th century. The floor plan was designed in the shape of a rose with twelve petals: the Rosa Mystica, the symbol of the Virgin Mary. These petals also symbolise the twelve apostles. The Romanesque Cathedral and the Church of Our Lady (the Liebfrauenkirche) are joined by a corridor.
Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: The fine sculpted tympanum above the Main Portal of the High Cathedral of St Peter in Trier. The cathedral is the oldest church in Germany. The construction started in AD 326; the cathedral was built on the foundations of the palace of Helena, the mother of Constantine I, the first Christian emperor of the Roman Empire. After being ruined by the Franks and Normans, restoration work started in the late 10th century, around AD 993.
Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: The white marble baptismal font of Trier Cathedral. The cathedral is also known as the Cathedral of St Peter. It was enlarged with major additions in the Romanesque style in the 10th and 12th centuries. The adjacent Early French High Gothic Church of Our Lady (Liebfrauenkirche) was built in the 13th century on the remains of an older basilica. The church and cathedral are joined by a corridor.
The Cathedral of St Peter in Trier is a popular pilgrimage site. The most precious treasure of the cathedral is the Holy Robe, or Seamless Robe of Jesus, also called the Tunic of Christ. This sacred relic is enshrined in a reliquary housed in the Baroque Chapel of the Holy Robe, located behind the high altar. Much of the chapel remains hidden from view and is not accessible to the public. The Holy Robe is said to have been worn by Jesus shortly before or during his Crucifixion. The Holy Robe is only on display on special occasions.
Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: The Aula Palatina (or the Constantine Basilica) was built by the Roman Emperor Constantine I in AD 310; this emperor is also known as Constantine the Great. The Constantine Basilica is also known as Constantine's Throne Room. The building is one of the largest surviving halls from antiquity and was equipped with a floor and a wall heating system. The basilica was converted into a Protestant church in the 19th century; the building remains open to the public.
Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: The south wing of the Electoral Palace can be admired from the Palace Garden. Construction of the palace started in 1615; it was built adjacent to the Constantine Basilica, also known as the Aula Palatina. The Electoral Palace is considered one of the most beautiful Rococo palaces in the world. A majestic Rococo staircase is situated within its south wing. The sculptures in the garden were created by the Rococo sculptor Ferdinand Tietz.
Roman Monuments in Trier: The Imperial Roman Baths (Kaiserthermen) were built in the fourth century during the reign of the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great. The Kaiserthermen were once the third largest Roman baths in the world; the remains show how enormous the complex was. The Kaiserthermen are part of the World Heritage Site: Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier.
Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and the Church of Our Lady in Trier: The brick tunnels beneath the Imperial Roman Baths (the Kaiserthermen). The bath complex was planned as a gift from the Roman Emperor Constantine I to the inhabitants of Trier. The bath complex was never fully completed following the emperor's departure from the city. Later, the complex was used as a castle and a monastery; it also became part of the city walls. Today, visitors can explore and wander through the underground tunnels of the Kaiserthermen.
Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: The Barbarathermen were built in the second century and were the largest Roman baths at that time. They remained in use for several centuries but are now in ruins. Only the foundations and the tunnels beneath have survived. Little remains visible of the impressive size of the Barbarathermen, because they served as a stone quarry for centuries. Today, a modern footbridge allows visitors to walk above the remains.
Roman Monuments, the Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: The ruins of the southern entrance gate of the Roman amphitheatre. The amphitheatre was incorporated into the city walls of Trier. In the fifth century, the inhabitants of Trier used the amphitheatre as a refuge from raids by Germanic tribes. In the Middle Ages, it was used as a stone quarry. Now, the amphitheatre is used for the Antiquity Festival, historical events and open-air concerts; the acoustics are perfect.
Roman Monuments, the Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady in Trier: The Roman amphitheatre dates from the second century. It was partly dug into the slopes of Petrisberg Hill, where the grassy slopes provided seating for the spectators. The arena is surrounded by a stone wall with openings for animal cages. The Roman amphitheatre was used until the fifth century for gladiator fights and animal hunts. Today, the site features re-enacted gladiator fights.
The Roman amphitheatre of Trier was built in the second century; it could accommodate about 18,000 visitors. Underneath the arena of this Roman amphitheatre is an enormous basement where wild animals, gladiators and criminals were kept prior to their release into the arena; to fight, they were hoisted up into the arena on platforms with pulleys. The Roman Monuments in Trier are part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site in this city.
Roman Monuments, Cathedral of St Peter and Church of Our Lady, Trier: The Römerbrücke is a Roman Bridge in Trier over the River Moselle. This Roman Bridge is 198 metres long and is the oldest bridge in Germany. The nine pillars of the bridge date from the second century. While the upper part of the bridge was originally made of wood, this was later replaced by stone arches. The upper part was renewed in the twelfth and eighttheenth centuries.