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Modern Day:Lübeck

Now a days, the modern Lübeck is a historical town surrounded by museums and many places to visit or sight see. These museums hold the spirit and heart of the Hanseatic league till this day, by having medieval relics, art, and culture well within them. With its five mighty churches and old style architecture the city brings a nostalgic feeling to all the new comers and the city is also a part of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organizations (UNESCO). The UNESCO consists of a world heritage list that contribute to peace and security in the world, as well as protecting the area. Finally, the old city is surrounded by water on all sides where people can ride the classical ships along the shore line to view all of the cities beauty and wonders. The land will forever be protected by the UNESCO preserving its historical art, culture, and its beautiful landscape and architecture.

The major city: Lubeck

As we all know the Hanseatic League consisted of a group of cities that were located in Middle Low Germany and it was established in 1358. The leagues main purpose was to focus on trades and economic interests, But it also was used as a way to protect the organization and the cities. Since the cities were small and alone from everyone else, the only protection they had was the guild. Lübeck was declared a free imperial city and it was seen as the Queen or the capital of the Hanseatic League. With Lübeck practically getting independence from the duke by buying back the city and setting laws that would make the city free trade and becoming one of the most powerful cities in the area. Frederick II is credited for declaring the city as a Free Imperial City, after this moment a collection of cities formed together to create one successful trade route.