Palace of Aachen

The Palace of Aachen, also known as Aachen Charlemagne's Palatine Chapel, is a historic site in Germany, famous for its association with Charlemagne, the King of the Franks and later the Emperor of the Carolingian Empire. Built in the late 8th century, it served as a royal residence and the center of medieval power. The Palatine Chapel, with its impressive octagonal architecture and stunning mosaics, is a highlight. Aachen became a key location for the coronation of several Holy Roman Emperors, symbolizing the fusion of Roman, Christian, and Germanic traditions in medieval Europe.