This motif shows the Schleswig-Holstein State Parliament from its most beautiful side: it was taken from the water and shows the MS Stadt Kiel in the foreground. The historic passenger ship was built in 1934 and has been lovingly restored. It glides calmly across the fjord and symbolises Kiel's maritime history. Behind it rises the modern state parliament, the seat of state politics and a symbol of democratic openness.
The interplay of tradition and the present characterises this composition: the soft light of the fjord, the clear lines of the architecture and the elegant silhouette of the MS Stadt Kiel merge to create an image of North German identity.
The photograph captures the special atmosphere of the state capital, at the point where water and politics, movement and stability meet. A quiet, yet powerful moment that perfectly reflects the soul of Kiel.
It is ideal for lovers of maritime architecture, northern German landscapes and classic shipping motifs.