Cities

In the 20th century, Helsinki continued its growth.

Kaliningrad is an important commercial and military seaport.

A slow process of stagnation began for Bruges.

Unofficially, it became the capital of Spain in 1561 when Philip II moved his court here. This move accelerated the city's development.

In the 7th century BC, the city was destroyed by the Kimmerians - a nomadic Indo-European people most likely coming from the vicinity of Crimea and the parts of today's Ukraine adjacent to Crimea.

One of the city's most distinguished figures was Antoon Triest, a bishop and great lover and patron of the arts.

Rome has two major football clubs.

The city has a large number of underground areas, such as shelters and tunnels.

In 1838, the first Potsdam-Berlin railway line in Prussia was opened.

Archaeological works are still being carried out in Ephesus.