Braunschweig is a city in Germany known for its sausages, asparagus, and gingerbread. It has a long history dating back to the 9th century AD and was an important city in the Hanseatic League from the 1200s. Some notable people from Braunschweig include mathematician Carl Friedrich Gauss and author Stendhal. Local cuisine specialties include Braunschweiger sausage, white asparagus, lebkuchen gingerbread, and beers like Mumme. The city also has a renowned technical university founded in 1769 and is an international center for scientific research.