Which museums and landmarks can be found in Kassel?

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Kassel, a city in the German state of Hessen, features several notable historical landmarks and museums.1

Orangery Palace: Built between 1701 and 1711, this palace is located in the Karlsaue Park.1
Ottoneum: Constructed between 1604 and 1607, it is considered the oldest theatre building in Germany.1
Wilhelmshöhe: This mountain west of the city features a palace (1786–1801) and a celebrated series of cascades topped by a statue of Hercules, which has served as the city's symbol since the 18th century.1
St. Martin’s Church: A 14th-century structure that served as the center of the city's Neustadt expansion.1

Natural History Museum: Housed within the Ottoneum.1
Hesse Provincial Museum: A major regional museum.1
German Wallpaper Museum: Known for its unique collection of wallpaper.1
Museum Fridericianum: Famous as the site of Documenta, an international art exhibition.1
Museum of the Brothers Grimm: Dedicated to the famous folklorists.1
State Art Collections: Located within the Wilhelmshöhe palace.1