Frankfurt is located in Central Germany and is a noted center for industry, media, transportation, and finance; Frankfurt is the home of Germany’s leading stock exchange and is home to many German banking headquarters. Frankfurt is also noted for its chemical production, is home to several international trade fairs, including an annual book fair that attracts a wide audience. Frankfurt was settled in the 1st century AD, and is noted for being the site of the first German National Assembly (1848-49) and the signing of the Treaty of Frankfurt (1871). Points of interest include the Romer (city hall), the Church of St. Bartholomew, Stadel Art Institute, German Postal Museum, and the Jewish Museum. The Commerzbank Tower and the Messeturm Building are located in Frankfurt, and are two of the tallest buildings in Europe. The appox population is 659,500.
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