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Germany (German: Deutschland, German pronunciation: [ˈdɔʏtʃlant]), officially the Federal Republic of Germany (German: Bundesrepublik Deutschland, 
listen (help·info)),[g] is a country in Central and Western Europe, lying between the Baltic and North Seas to the north and the Alps, Lake Constance and the High Rhine to the south. It borders Denmark to the north, Poland and the Czech Republic to the east, Austria and Switzerland to the south, France to the southwest, and Luxembourg, Belgium and the Netherlands to the west.
Germany includes 16 constituent states, covers an area of 357,386 square kilometres (137,988 sq mi),[7] and has a largely temperate seasonal climate. With 83 million inhabitants, it is the second most populous state of Europe after Russia, the most populous state lying entirely in Europe, as well as the most populous member state of the European Union. Germany is a very decentralised country. Its capital and largest metropolis is Berlin, while Frankfurt serves as its financial capital and has the country’s busiest airport. Germany’s largest urban area is the Ruhr, with its main centres of Dortmund and Essen. The country’s other major cities are Hamburg, Munich, Cologne, Stuttgart, Düsseldorf, Leipzig, Bremen, Dresden, Hanover, and Nuremberg.
Various Germanic tribes have inhabited the northern parts of modern Germany since classical antiquity. A region named Germania was documentedbefore AD 100. During the Migration Period, the Germanic tribes expanded southward. Beginning in the 10th century, German territories formed a central part of the Holy Roman Empire.[13] During the 16th century, northern German regions became the centre of the Protestant Reformation. After the collapse of the Holy Roman Empire, the German Confederation was formed in 1815. The German revolutions of 1848–49 resulted in the Frankfurt Parliament establishing major democratic rights.
In 1871, Germany became a nation state when most of the German states unified (except Switzerland and Austria) into the Prussian-dominated German Empire. After World War I and the revolution of 1918–19, the Empire was replaced by the parliamentary Weimar Republic. The Nazi seizure of power in 1933 led to the establishment of a dictatorship, the annexation of Austria, World War II, and the Holocaust. After the end of World War II in Europe and a period of Allied occupation, Austria was re-established as an independent country and two new German states were founded: West Germany, formed from the American, British, and French occupation zones, and East Germany, formed from the Soviet occupation zone. About a quarter of Germany’s pre-war territory was annexed by Poland and the Soviet Union leading to the expulsion of Germans. Following the Revolutions of 1989 that ended communist rule in Central and Eastern Europe, the country was reunified on 3 October 1990.[14]
Today, the sovereign state of Germany is a federal parliamentary republic led by a chancellor. It is a great power with a strong economy; it has the world’s fourth-largest economy by nominal GDP, and the fifth-largest by PPP. As a global leader in several industrial and technological sectors, it is both the world’s third-largest exporter and importer of goods. As a highly developed country with a very high standard of living, it upholds a social security and universal health care system, environmental protection, and a tuition-free university education.
The Federal Republic of Germany was a founding member of the European Economic Community in 1957 and the European Union in 1993. It is part of the Schengen Area and became a co-founder of the Eurozone in 1999. Germany is a member of the United Nations, NATO, the G7, the G20, and the OECD. Known for its rich cultural history, Germany has been continuously the home of influential and successful artists, philosophers, writers, musicians, film people, sportspeople, entrepreneurs, scientists, engineers, and inventors. Germany has a large number of World Heritage sites and is among the top tourism destinations in the world.
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Slowly but surely, from the 14th of May, it will be possible to travel to Germany without a covid test or having to quarantine if you can prove that you are fully vaccinated or have recently recovered from covid. The next step is to make it on the UK government's green list.
Here is our best view of the Rhine Gorge at Sankt Goarshausen and the Lorelei mermaid. Legend suggests that many boats have crashed here because of her. Do you know the full story?
Bockenheim, Rhineland Palatinate, Germany when the spring time is running 😇
DW #Travel #Photo: Bautzen in Saxony, east of #Germany! Beautiful view of the historical city center including the Michaelis Church and the old water works from the Friedens Bridge. Bautzen is only about 50Kms from Dresden, the state capital.
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This is what we call breathtaking architecture 😀 The #Stuttgart city library is a must-see site. The roof terrace is also freely accessible and is great for a fantastic view of the city. Have you been to this building before? #PlanNowTravelLater
It was nice to do my first little trip in months and discover some greener bits of Germany not far from Cologne.
Have you ever seen the Elbe Sandstone Mountains like this before? The Saxon Switzerland National Park is a perfect add-on if you are planning a city break to Dresden.
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It's a good morning in Munich. The sunrise was beautiful and the weatherman says it's going to be 25°C today. Wish you were here!
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Let the steam train take the strain. It's a tough walk to the Harz highest mountain. Discover Mount Brocken: https://t.co/kbU850wYK7
Isn't it just an incredibly nice feeling when you wake up in Germany to a beautiful chorus of church bells?
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📍 Würzburg Old Quarter
This is the StThomas Church in Leipzig. Martin Luther, Richard Wagner, Felix Mendelssohn & Johann Sebastian Bach all developed their careers in this modest church. It's a shrine worth visiting if you are interested in German history, religion & classical music #PlanNowTravelLater
Heppenheim, Germany 🇩🇪
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Squeezed in between the Black Forest and the French Vosges mountains is a small volcanic area called the Kaiserstuhl. Going up as high as 556m, the whole area is covered with a mix of spectacular vineyards & forests. See here: https://t.co/tL5f42S7ns
Today I took a trip to the beautiful town of Bad Ems #Germany. Very historic and also excellent for hiking trips. Walking through this place is like beaming yourself 200 years back in time. Love it! 😎 #Sightseeing #Architecture #History
Following along the next day from 5 years ago on my business trip, today I was in Berlin Germany! Didn't get to spend too much time wandering around but again was very beautiful, lots of parks and pretty diverse!
If you see a large cat in the Bavarian Forest, Harz Mountains or the Black Forest it may well be a lynx. The Eurasian lynx has almost been extinct since the mid-19th century. Today they are back, currently, there're 194 of these rare animals living in 🇩🇪.
Deutschland, Land der Luchse
Was muss passieren, damit Luchse wieder in Deutschland leben?
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🌅#GoodMorning from #Potsdam! This angel was actually created more by chance: A mishap on the part of the builders caused the church's statics to totter. To compensate for this, four towers were built, each of which was later decorated with an angel.👼
#PictureOfTheDay #Germany
There's one thing 🇬🇧 and 🇩🇪 have in common, and that's our love for beautiful gardens 🌹🌻 The most important garden event in Germany is the Budesgartenschau (BUGA). The National Garden Show in Erfurt is currently open, until 10.10.2021. Let's hope we can travel soon 😀
The Königstein hilltop fortress has been considered impenetrable for the last 400 years! Guarding the Elbe river in Saxony, the 1800m long & 42m high castle walls just have to be seen to be believed.
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We can't think of anything else that can cure stress, aches & pains like a spa treatment in Germany. For the ultimate relaxation getaway, Germany has well over 350 certified spa towns & health resorts (Bäder & Kurorte). Do you have a favourite German spa town? #PlanNowTravelLater
Happy Birthday #KarlMarx - a great philosopher and a brilliant journalist. My trip to his historic hometown #Trier for @spectator @VisitGermanyUK
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‘Trier hates you,’ reads the graffiti outside the Karl-Marx-Wohnhaus in Trier. Actually, that’s a bit unfair. Trier doesn’t ha...
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The Nonnenhaus (House of the Nuns) in #Tübingen dates back to the second half of the 15th century and owes its name to the Beguine or hermit women, who lived here in a fellowship similar to nuns and devoted their lives to charity. #WeAreGermany @tueinfo @VisitGermanyUK
Village of Cochem, Germany 🇩🇪
This is dreaming of sitting on that empty street bench, admiring the views of Quedlinburg (near Harz Mountains).
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Do you love reading books? If you do, spare a thought for the picturesque city of Mainz and Gutenberg who invented the printing press more than 550 years ago.
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Good morning from
Niendorf Hafen, Germany 🇩🇪
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The massive Neunburg Renaissance & Baroque palace on the shore of the Danube is a sight worth seeing.
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Hoping your day is as lovely as this view 😍 of Berchtesgaden & Mount Watzmann (2.713 m).
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There's nothing like the Rococo style Anna Amalia Library in Weimar.
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Is anyone else obsessed with German food?
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This is Regensburg, Germany's best-preserved medieval city. Beautiful views 📷 showcasing a 2,000-year-old heritage 😍 are around every corner in this extraordinary city.
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Hands up if you've already finished watching all episodes of Deutschland 89.
For one of the most nail-biting spy thrillers, you can watch all three series of Deutschland on Channel 4's catch-up service: https://t.co/1SaayeJRIf
The vibrant and colourful town of Überlingen on the shore of Lake Constance in Germany is sure to brighten up everyone's day.
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Munich Victory Gate #Germany #munich #munich #bavaria #architecturephotography #architecture #sunrise #sunrisephotography #nature #naturephotography #landscape #siegestor #alps #landscapephotography #beautifulworld #hiking #travelphotography #fineartphotography #FineArtAmerica
Isn't this just stunning 😍 How long could you look at this incredible ceiling? The Pilgrimage Church of Wies is located in a very remote place near Oberammergau, Bavaria. #DreamNowTravelLater
Spreewald, Germany 🇩🇪
Do you miss German bread and do you have a favourite bread type? #EnjoyGermanFood
Nuremberg is a fascinating city with an interesting history and lots of things to see and do. The Imperial Castle, city walls and churches are particularly nice. It's pretty #dogfriendly too
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The wonderful collection of nearly 500 timber-framed houses 😍 in #Celle is a testament to its 700-year-old history and a must-see, the next time you visit 🇩🇪
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Guide on How to Spend 3 Days in Memmingen! @GermanyTourism @VisitGermanyUK #Memmingen #VisitGermany #DiscoverGermanyFromHome
Weekend Itinerary in Memmingen, Germany: Spend 3 Days in Memmingen
No idea what to do during your weekend in Memmingen? We prepared them for you! Check out our sample weekend itinerary in Memmingen, Germany.
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When visiting the famous Baden-Baden Casino you will be kindly requested to wear a nice tie & jacket. However, if you visit the Baden-Baden Roman baths, at the Friedrichsbad, you should bring along your best birthday suit 🤣#PlanNowTravelLater
The Baden Black Forest Railway is a railway line in Baden-Württemberg, #Germany, running in a NW-SE direction to link Offenburg on the Rhine Valley Railway with Singen on the High Rhine Railway. The scenic rail line is the only true mountain railway in Germany. #railways #travel
The Siebengebirge mountain range is a beautiful nature park on the right side of the river Rhine. The Drachenfels viewpoint (321m) & Drachenfels Castle are all part of this area, as is the little funicular railway which can take you there from Königswinter. #DreamNowTravelLater
🌅 #GoodMorning from #Mannheim's water tower, the landmark of this city. Until the year 2000, the tower was still used for the city's drinking #water supply. Now it continues to serve as a popular meeting place with a slight Mediterranean flair.💧
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Hamburg - The Hanseatic harbor city! - Travel Realizations https://t.co/mHxH6STKMh 💖
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Bad Rippoldsau-Schapbach #germany #blackforest #blackforestgermany #blackforestgraphers #visitgermany #visitblackforest #visitbawu #visitbadenwürtemberg #bwjetzt #meinbw #naturebawu #landschaftsfotografie #badenwürttemberg #germannature #schwarzwaldinbilder #schwarzwald_in_bilder
Finally spring in Germany :') 🌼🌺🌻🐝
King Ludwig II had an obsession with building fairytale castles & stately homes in Bavaria. Do you know how many properties he is responsible for and can you name them?
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