Porta Nigra
The Porta Nigra is the best-preserved Roman city gate north of the Alps, located in Trier, Germany, and a UNESCO World Heritage site.

šŸ“œ Best-preserved Roman city gate north of the Alps, built around 200 AD.
šŸ” Part of the Trier monuments complex, inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list in 1986.

Why Go

šŸ° Explore ancient Roman architecture and history
šŸš¶ Easy to find in the heart of Trier
panoramic views from the gate's roof
šŸ›ļø Discover its transformation from gate to church and back

Tips

šŸš— The road runs around the gate, cars do not pass through.
ā„¹ļø Tourist information is located nearby.

Other

šŸ“ Structure is 29 meters high, with a four-story western tower and three-story eastern tower.
šŸš§ Stone blocks were joined by metal rods without mortar.

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