Trier, Germany - Signed 1987
Since the beginning, joint efforts with Trier, Germany have sparked diverse and bountiful exchanges for hundreds of people. Examples include music and dance performances by chancel choirs, bands, bell choirs and ballet companies. Artwork created by adults and children, university level exchanges, cultural exchanges featuring regional cuisine and customs, and even hunting expeditions into the mountains of Germany and across the plains of Texas. This relationship also features annual student exchanges and an active intern program between the two cities.
Background Information
Trier is on the banks of the Moselle River. It is the oldest city in Germany, founded in or before 16 BC. Trier is not the only city claiming to be Germany's oldest, but it is the only one that bases this assertion on having the longest history as a city, as opposed to a mere settlement or army camp. It is also one of the few cities in Europe that have been capitals of the Roman Empire
Facts
Lord Mayor: Klaus Jensen
Population: 100,000
Currency: Euro
State: Rhineland-Palatinate
Food: Trier is Germany's oldest wine-growing centre, with Celts and Romans cultivating their wines in the valley of the Moselle, over 2000 years ago. Famous vineyard estates and renowned wine producers are located here.
