Hildesheim
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Hildesheim is a city in Lower Saxony, Germany, situated southeast of Hanover on the Innerste river. It originated in 815 when Emperor Louis the Pious founded the Diocese of Hildesheim, making it one of the oldest settlements in northern Germany. The historic centre, with its UNESCO‑listed cathedral and market squares, reflects the city’s medieval and ecclesiastical heritage.
Statistics
Area
92.29 km²
Population
102,325