German phrase
Wie ist die Geschichte von ~?
Meaning
What is the history of ___?
When to use it
It asks about its history. Use it for places, buildings, groups, or people.
Example dialogue
Wie ist die Geschichte von Kyoto?
What is the history of Kyoto?
Kyoto hat eine lange Geschichte, es war früher lange Zeit die Hauptstadt Japans.
Kyoto has a long history. It was Japan's capital for a long time.