Experience the Many Flavors of Germany

Germany is the largest country in Central Europe. Officially Germany is called the Federal Republic of Germany and it is a federation of sixteen states. Every state has its own distinct culture and identity, which adds to the richness of the German culture. Germany balances modernity and old world charm. If you plan to visit Germany you should plan accordingly with lots of time in hand.

When people think of Germany, the first thing that comes to mind is economic power. Germany is a major economic power in Europe as well as the world and Frankfurt is the unofficial financial capital of Germany. Frankfurt is very different from the rest of Central Europe in architecture. It is probably the only city in Central Europe which has quite an impressive skyline. One can find many high rises in Frankfurt giving the city a distinct character.

The second thing that comes to mind is definitely beer and Oktoberfest. Germans are famous for their eating and drinking habits and the Oktoberfest is the perfect example. Oktoberfest takes place in Munich, Germany and is one of the most famous festivals in Germany as well as Europe. People come from different countries to guzzle beer and eat delicious German sausages and other popular German food. The Oktoberfest begins September End and continues till the first October weekend. The famous German beer culture can be found in and around Munich and Bavaria.

People visiting Germany always spend time in Berlin to experience the many popular tourist sites, and shops it has to offer. But if you are really interested in German history, you must visit Bremen as well as Dresden; Bremen is an important city of Northern Germany. Those interested in Romanesque architecture found in cathedrals and churches must visit Cologne; situated along the river Rhine in the western part of Germany.

Cologne was founded by Romans nearly twenty centuries back. Dusseldorf and Hamburg have an extremely vibrant nightlife and are best for fun and enjoyment. Nuremberg has undergone reconstruction and one can view the Gothic Kaiserburg castle, venue of the Nuremberg Trials – Courtroom 600 as well as Nazi remains like Nazi rally grounds.

Germany is blessed with natural beauty as well. One can experience the gorgeous beaches of the Baltic Sea Coast on the islands of Rugen as well as mountains. The Bavarian Alps are famous for skiing, hiking, mountain biking as well as snowboarding resorts. For a breathtaking view of the mountains, one must visit the Black Forests. Black Forests are located on the South Western corner of Germany.

Those interested in water sports can visit Lake Constance. Besides water sports, Lake Constance is famous for picturesque towns and villages. One obviously cannot leave Germany without paying a visit to the Rhine Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its beauty and wine.