Worms

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Worms is a historic city in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, located on the banks of the Rhine River. Known for its profound historical significance, it is one of Germany's oldest cities. Worms is famously associated with the Nibelungenlied, a medieval epic poem, and is also known for hosting the Diet of Worms in 1521, where Martin Luther defended his theses, marking a pivotal moment in the Protestant Reformation. The city's St. Peter's Cathedral is a remarkable example of Romanesque architecture.

Population 85,609
Area 108.732 km2
Federal State

Rhineland-Palatinate

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