{"id":338,"date":"2023-11-23T10:19:12","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T10:19:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/?page_id=338"},"modified":"2024-08-08T09:19:07","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T09:19:07","slug":"karlsruhe","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/en\/karlsruhe\/","title":{"rendered":"Karlsruhe"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Karlsruhe is an especially captivating choice as the venue for Mensch und Computer 2024 for various reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recognized as the first <strong>UNESCO Creative City <\/strong><strong>of<\/strong><strong> Media Arts<\/strong> in Germany, Karlsruhe is a vibrant city with a thriving digital hub, a diverse university landscape, and a rich cultural and creative industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Karlsruhe Institute <\/strong><strong>of<\/strong><strong> Technology (KIT)<\/strong>, where the MuC 24 program will be hosted, is the oldest technical university in Germany with an exciting history. Significant milestones include Heinrich Hertz&#8217;s demonstration of electromagnetic waves in 1886 and the establishment of Germany&#8217;s inaugural computer science faculty in 1972. Moreover, Germany&#8217;s first email was received at KIT in 1984. KIT&#8217;s unique role has also influenced other key institutions in Karlsruhe, such as the founding of the <strong>ZKM | Center <\/strong><strong>for<\/strong><strong> Art and Media<\/strong>, a site included in the MuC (evening) program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Karlsruhe&#8217;s\u00a0distinctive\u00a0cityscape, known\u00a0as\u00a0the\u00a0<strong>&#8220;fan-shaped&nbsp;city<\/strong><strong>&#8220;<\/strong>,\u00a0is\u00a0attributed\u00a0to\u00a0its\u00a0founder, Margrave Karl Wilhelm. The city\u00a0center, radiating from his\u00a0palace\u00a0built in 1715, is\u00a0complemented by a rich\u00a0museum\u00a0landscape and unique\u00a0natural\u00a0attractions, including\u00a0the Karlsruhe City Garden with\u00a0the Zoological Garden\u2014one\u00a0of\u00a0Germany&#8217;s\u00a0largest inner-city parks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Schloss-Karlsruhe_front_embed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Schloss-Karlsruhe_front_embed.jpg 720w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Schloss-Karlsruhe_front_embed-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Schloss-Karlsruhe_front_embed-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Schloss-Karlsruhe_front_embed-230x153.jpg 230w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Schloss-Karlsruhe_front_embed-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Schloss-Karlsruhe_front_embed-480x319.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 KTG Karlsruhe Tourismus GmbH Fotograf: Mende<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"479\" src=\"https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Platz-der-Grundrechte_front_embed.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Platz-der-Grundrechte_front_embed.jpg 720w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Platz-der-Grundrechte_front_embed-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Platz-der-Grundrechte_front_embed-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Platz-der-Grundrechte_front_embed-230x153.jpg 230w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Platz-der-Grundrechte_front_embed-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/muc2024.mensch-und-computer.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Platz-der-Grundrechte_front_embed-480x319.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">\u00a9 KTG Karlsruhe Tourismus GmbH Fotograf: Fabian von Poser<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Karlsruhe by night<\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p>For all those who are in the mood for social evenings and informal get-togethers after the official program, we present here some recommended upscale cocktail bars and trendy pubs in Karlsruhe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cocktail bars:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-door.bar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Door \u2013 Liquid Kichen &amp; Highballs<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/derkofferraum.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Der KofferRaum<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/salon-ruppel.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">salon ruppel<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/gutsandglory.bar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Guts&amp;Glory<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.carloscocktailbar.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Carlos Cocktailbar<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.phono.bar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Phono Craftbeer Bar<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Bars (for eating and drinking):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oxfordpub.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oxford Pub<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/kater-ka.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Schwarzer Kater<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.xn--wolfbru-bxa.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wirtshaus Wolfsbr\u00e4u<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/karlsruhe.lehners-wirtshaus.de\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Lehners Wirtshaus<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" id=\"explore_the_city\"><strong>Tips for Wednesday afternoon, 4th September 2024 to explore Karlsruhe City:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Karlsruhe offers a variety of attractions and activities that you can enjoy within 2-3<br>hours in the afternoon. Here are some suggestions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Point of Attraction<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Karlsruhe Palace and Palace Garden<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Visit the impressive baroque palace and stroll through the beautiful palace garden<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activities:<\/strong> Palace museum, botanical garden, leisurely walk<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>State Art Gallery Karlsruhe (Staatliche Kunsthalle Karlsruhe)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>One of Germany\u2019s most significant art museums with an extensive collection of European paintings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activities: <\/strong>View artworks from various periods<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Karlsruhe Botanical Garden<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>An idyllic place with a diverse plant world<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activities: <\/strong>Walks and enjoying nature<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Market Square and Pyramid (Marktplatz und Pyramide)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The historic center of Karlsruhe with the distinctive pyramid on the founder&#8217;s grave<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activities:<\/strong> Enjoy the architecture and city life\u00b4<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Visit to the Zoological City Garden<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A zoo and botanical garden in one, ideal for families and nature lovers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activities:<\/strong> Observe animals and explore the gardens<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Turmberg<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Incredible viewpoint in Karlsruhe-Durlach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Activities:<\/strong> Take the Turmbergbahn up and enjoy the view of Karlsruhe<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Karlsruhe is an especially captivating choice as the venue for Mensch und Computer 2024 for various reasons. 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