Celle was an important base during the Nazi regime as an important garrison town and a military hotspot. The Altstadt in Celle houses buildings from the 16th century A.D. and has long been at the center of activity in northern Germany, although it is relatively less known outside the country. Situated on the banks of River Aller, in the state of Lower Saxony, at a distance of 120 kilometers from Hamburg, the historic city is famous for its pretty timber houses and its oldest and most significant landmark, the Celle Palace. The imposing French Gardens and the Filmtier Park, which serves as a zoo, are serene locations to relish the unique calming vibes of the age-old city.