Kiel

　　Kiel lies on the shores of the Kiel Fjord in the Baltic Sea and is the capital of the state of Schleswig-Holstein. Since the 1860s, the city has been one of Germany’s main naval bases, a hub for shipbuilding, and the eastern terminus of the Kiel Canal.

　　Kiel offers a comfortable living environment and an elegant atmosphere. In some of the city’s most beautiful areas—such as the Kiel Fjord and the grand modern city center—you’ll find Kiel’s “living room,” Dänische Straße, lined with buildings from Germany’s era of prosperity that showcase the unique charm of this seaside city. The sea extends deep into the urban core, making water the soul of Kiel, where a rich maritime ambiance can be touched, felt, and experienced everywhere. Attractions in the city include St. Nicholas Church, the statue "The Soul of the Warrior," castle ruins, the City Hall, and the Kiel TV Tower.

　　Kiel is renowned for its sailing competitions, and the Kiel Week regatta is one of the largest sailing events in the world. During the Olympic Games held in Berlin in 1936 and Munich in 1972, the rowing events took place in Kiel.

　　Kiel Reason to visit: Capital of the German state of Schleswig-Holstein Continent where the attraction is located: Europe【Europe】 Country/region where the attraction is located: Germany[Germany] Province/state where the attraction is located: Schleswig-Holstein [Schleswig-Holstein] City where the attraction is located: Kiel [Kiel]