Wartburg Castle

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Wartburg Castle, which is near Eisenach was founded by Count Ludwig der Springer in 1067. The castle has been renovated several times in its existence, from 1952 to 1966 the East German Government restored it to what it looked like in the 16th centure. One of the many the renovations include the Luther room which was restored to its original floor and paneled walls.

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Wartburg has had enormous impact on German history. It is said to be one of the most important historical castles of Germany. A draw bridge is the only way a person may enter Wartburg Castle, this amazing castle was built on a hill above Eisenach. The Castle still has most of the original hallways and tapestries, paintings, and furniture. The interior of Wartburg Castle can only be viewed on guided tours. The Wartburg Castle is also famous for one of its most famous inhabitants, Martin Luther, he translated the New Testament of the bible from Latin to German in just 11 weeks. He also translated the Old Testament, later both his translated New and Old testaments were published and called the Luther Bible.

On October 18, 1817, the first Wartburg Festival took place, about 450 students, who were members of the first German fraternities, they came together to celebrate the victory over Napolean two years earlier, and to condemn conservatism and ask for German unity.


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