Mannheim is an 8-letter German industrial city located on the Rhine River. It is the second-largest city in the state of Baden-Württemberg and the largest in the Rhine-Neckar Metropolitan Region. Mannheim is known for its high-tech industry, as well as its cultural and educational institutions. It is home to the University of Mannheim, the University of Applied Sciences Mannheim, and the Mannheim Business School. The city also has a vibrant music scene, with many venues hosting concerts and festivals.