With all its rich historical past, today Osnabrück isa real campus: about 20 thousand students from different countries are studyingat the local university and technical college. The University is located inOsnabrück Castle - one of the oldest baroque palaces in Germany. Itsconstruction began in 1668. In the second half of the XX century, the buildingwas reconstructed, retaining the historic facade. During breaks, students canenjoy the surrounding palace terraces with gardens, statues and fountains. Theuniversity’s botanical garden with plants from different countries is near thepalace.