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Rhineland-Palatinate (Rheinland-Pfalz) is a federal state in western Germany, with Mainz as its capital. It is characterized by rivers such as the Rhine, Moselle, Saar, and Lahn, as well as vineyards and castles. Rhineland-Palatinate is Germany’s most important wine-growing region, particularly in areas such as the Palatinate, Rheinhessen, and the Moselle Valley. Major cities include Mainz, Koblenz, Trier (Germany’s oldest city), and Ludwigshafen. The state is culturally rich in Roman heritage, medieval castles, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites such as the Upper Middle Rhine Valley and the Roman monuments in Trier.