Detmold

Detmold, capital of the German principality of Lippe, on the Werre, 47 miles SW. of Hanover by rail. The chief buildings are the old castle, the modern palace, and the theatre. Detmold has also a museum, a public library, a hospital, a gymnasium, and other schools. There are manufactures of tobacco, cards, and carved work in wood and stone, and breweries. On a hill 2 miles from Detmold is a colossal statue of Arminius (q.v.). Pop. 9735.