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Main southern district of the city of Bonn, North Rhine–Westphalia Land (state), western Germany. It lies on the west bank of the Rhine River opposite the Siebengebirge (Seven Hills), a scenic natural park.
History
In 722 first official record of the town was found. Its name at that time was Woudensberg. A village grew up around the Godesburg castle, which had been founded by Archbishop Dietrich of Cologne (Köln) in 1210. It becomes a spa resort in 1792. Godesberg is allowed to call itself "Bad" Godesberg, identifying it as a spa in 1925. Bad Godesberg attains the status of a town. Godesberg becomes a part of Bonn. Since that time it is referred to as the “posh part of Bonn”. Historic buildings include the ruined castle (destroyed in 1583 by the Bavarians); the Muffendorf Foundation (1254), former headquarters of the Order of German Knights; and La Redoute, a Rococo mansion and former pump room, the scene of diplomatic receptions held by the federal government. There is a 5.5-mile (9-kilometre) promenade along the Rhine. When Bonn was the capital of West Germany, a large number of ministries and foreign legations and headquarters of scientific and industrial associations were established at Bad Godesberg. It is a popular resort for conferences.
Bad Godesberg is a southern district of Bonn, Rhine–Westphalia Land (state), western Germany. It is located on the West bank of the Rhine river, in West central Germany.
Demography
Population is 70,525 (1 January, 2004). Population density is 2206/km2 (5,713/sq.mi).
Attraction
The ride on a cruise over river Rhine (is one of the longest and most important rivers in Europe) is memorable.
My Experience
I went to Bad Godesberg to present a paper in a conference. I had to halt in Beharain. I was a bit nervous becuase I was flying alone. I reached the Frankfurt airport and found that Germans are friendly people. The conference was at Bonn. I couldn't many places but I was able to go to the Bonn Town Hall for the dinner hosted by the Mayor. Accomodation was provided in Bad Godesberg.
When we go from India we can see many places where you won't find anybody. I looked through the window to see whether any vehicles are running. Because it was very quiet. The ride on the cruise through Rhine river was a great experience. The Germans are friendly people. Many of them were English speaking. If you get a chance please visit Bad Godesberg
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