Trier

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Trier

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Trier is a historic city located on the banks of the Moselle river in the German state of Rhineland-Palatinate. Founded by the Romans as Augusta Treverorum, it served as one of the four capitals of the Roman Empire during the Tetrarchy. The city is renowned for its well-preserved Roman monuments and cathedrals, which are designated as UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Statistics

Area

117.07 km²

Population

112,737

Location