Entity: HAMELIN
Hamelin is a town in northern Germany, near Hanover, known for the legend of the Pied Piper. It is a manufacturing and tourist center with historical significance.
Hamelin
Etymology
The name 'Hamelin' is the English variant of 'Hameln', a city in northern Germany.
Definition
Hamelin is a city in northern Germany, on the Weser River, known for the legend of the Pied Piper of Hamelin.
Historical Context
Hamelin is an ancient Saxon settlement that has become a manufacturing and tourist center. The legend of the Pied Piper, which dates back to the Middle Ages, has contributed to the city's cultural heritage.
Cultural Significance
The story of the Pied Piper of Hamelin has been retold in various forms of literature and media, making Hamelin a popular tourist destination.
Related Concepts
- Pied Piper
- Weser River
- Hanover
See Also
A city in northern Germany, on the Weser River, famous for the legend of the Pied Piper of Hamelin.