Country | Germany |
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State | Rhineland-Palatinate |
District | Urban district |
Coordinates | 49°59′58″N 08°16′25″E |
Area | 97.75 km2 (37.74 sq mi) |
Highest elevation | 285 m (935 ft) |
Lowest elevation | 85 m (279 ft) |
Population | 217,556 |
Density | 2,200/km2 (5,800/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC+01:00 (CET) |
Summer (DST) | UTC+02:00 (CEST) |
Postal codes | 55116-55131 |
Dialling codes | 06131, 06136 |
Vehicle registration | MZ |
Website | www.mainz.de |
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Where is Mainz
Mainz is the capital city of the Rhineland-Palatinate state in western Germany. It is situated on the west bank of the Rhine River, across from Wiesbaden, which is the capital of the neighboring state of Hesse. Mainz is known for its historical significance, and it has a rich cultural heritage, including its Roman roots and its association with Johannes Gutenberg, the inventor of the printing press. The city is located not far from Frankfurt, one of the major financial and cultural hubs in Germany.