Palace of Justice

Today we went to the Palace of Justice where they held the Nuremberg trials of the Nazis back in 1945. We actually were able to go in to the courtroom where it took place and had a tour of the place from the Vice-President of the Court. It was awesome to see all the things there, especially since I just got finished reading the book about the trials that we had to do for our trip. Plus, my book presentation that I have to do (a 2.5 hour presentation, ugh!) is on this book as well so it was good to go there and be in the environment where it took place. It turns out that Nuremberg is the International City of Justice... who knew! We also went to the old city hall- the Rathaus- and we got a private tour of the dungeons which were supposed to be closed. It was really awesome because the building was started in 1318 and finished in 1340 and the prison was used all the way up until 1806. We also saw all the torture devices that were used back in the day. Some of the things were pretty ridiculous! And one stupid girl was getting all freaked out about it- she sucks. She cried when she went in to the Jewel Room of one of the palaces we went. She really sucks. Anyway, I have no clue what we are doing tomorrow. I think it might be going to a museum, but I could be wrong. Tomorrow night me and the group of girls that I am friends with are going to have a small partay in one of our rooms because we have a free day on Wednesday! Woo hoo! Finally! Anyway, will update when I can. My computer hates me right now and so I have to post on the hotel's computer. Ick. Until next time...