Photo: DPAGermany's second largest city is famous for being a centre for industry, music and media, but here are some things you might not know about Hamburg, even if you live there. These bridges range from road and railway bridges to bridges across the Elbe and the city’s many canals. The first modern zoo was founded hereClaus Hagenbeck, a descendant of Carl Hagenbeck Jr. at the Hagenbeck Zoo Photo: DPAIn 1907 Carl Hagenbeck Jr. took a big step for animal welfare by founding Tierpark Hagenbeck. Not surprising given that Hamburg has one of the largest red light districts in the world, surpassing even Amsterdam. Hamburg’s Rathaus has over 640 roomsThe Hamburg Rathaus.

Source: The Local September 06, 2017 14:48 UTC