Everyone should have the chance to go to a college and take a class in a building named "Electoral Palace." It hints at a sense of history.
The history this case dates back to around 1700, when it was built. Its first use was for a residence for the Prince-Electors of Cologne. But since 1818, the structure has served as the home for the University of Bonn's administration and for a couple of the colleges. There's a park right in front of it - the Hofgarten - that adds a calming feeling to the area. It's a good place to hang out; it's also been the site of some demonstrations over the years.
We didn't come to this place at a particularly photogenic time, since some construction was taking place. Still, it was good to see the building. The university has cranked out 11 Nobel Prize winners over the years, and it's ready to take in a few more. The alumni list includes everyone from Karl Marx to Pope Benedict XVI.
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