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Early History of Germany

What do Roman emperors, ancient tribal alliances, and medieval power plays have in common? They all helped shape what we now know as Germany. The Early History of Germany is a riveting saga of cultural fusion, fierce independence, and geopolitical drama that laid the foundations for a modern European powerhouse. In this article, we’ll take you on a … [Read more...]

Wartburg Castle – the Place of Luther’s Inspiration

Wartburg Castle, located near town of Eisenach, is one of the oldest castles in Germany. It was founded by the German Duke Ludwig de Springer in 1067 AD. There is an amazing legend about the castle's name which was told to be given after the Duke saw the fascinating mountains and decided to build a castle right on that place. The Eisenach lands … [Read more...]

Neuschwanstein Castle – the Legendary King’s Escape

The Neuschwanstein castle was the most favorite place of the king Ludwig II, king of Bavaria conquered by Prussia after the war between alliance of Bavaria and Austria and Prussia. Ludwig strove to make a reality of his happy childhood in his father’s Hohenschwangau castle and create an ideal world of the Medieval Knights life. Although all his … [Read more...]

Friedrich von Schiller – the German Genius of Beauty and Freedom

Friedrich Schiller (November 10, 1759 - May 9, 1805), later ennobled to Friedrich von Schiller by the Duke of Wurttemberg, is one of the most famous German philosophers, playwrights and poets. Although he was born and grew up in Wurttemberg, the peak of his power happened while he was living in Weimar. The destiny joined two geniuses of the German … [Read more...]

Lichtenstein – a Fairy-Tale Fortress

Lichtenstein Castle (Schloss Lichtenstein) is a Gothic Revival castle built in the 1840s. It is situated on a cliff located near Honau on the Swabian Alb, Baden-Württemberg, Germany. A small fortress Lichtenstein standing on the rock which supports it and surrounding by ditches and numerous underground paths – the only ways for the fortress’ … [Read more...]

Look Here – We’re in Germany! Christmas Vacation in Germany

Christmas is a family holiday which people use to spend at home waiting for Santa Claus near the friendly crackling fireplace, the smartly decorated tree, and a festive table. You have already imagined this paradise, haven't you? However, a simple test will help you verify your real intentions as for Christmas: 1. Does your soul get restless every … [Read more...]

Martin Luther

On the eve of All Saints' Day in 1517, Martin Luther, a professor of theology at Wittenberg University in Saxony, posted ninety-five theses on a church door. Luther's primary concern was the sale of indulgences--papal grants of reduced punishment in the afterlife, including releases from purgatory. First written in Latin, the theses were soon … [Read more...]

German Castles – Medieval Severe Beauties

According to library definitions the word 'castle' means 'fortified building constructed for security and residential purposes. The German 'burg' (German "stronghold") means the same. German castles vary in architecture and design considerably. It can be explained by varieties of traditions and cultures developed and kept in different counties of … [Read more...]

Free State of Bavaria – Travel Destination

As a traditional site for family vacations, Bavaria is the most popular holiday center in the Federal Republic of Germany. Bavaria is Germany's largest and oldest state. Bavaria is the most fancied state in Germany for purposes of travel, tourism, and vacationing. Its sceneries and cultural riches, the favorable price-to-service ratio and the … [Read more...]