Germany

We did not spend as much time in Germany as I would like, but we did manage to visit Berlin, Munich and Dresden.
 

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The Chronicles of Germany: A Journey Through Ages

The tapestry of Germany's past is rich and varied, featuring the rise of the Holy Roman Empire, the splendor of the Prussian kingdom, and the tumult of the 20th century. Each epoch has contributed to the country's profound identity and resilient spirit.

Berlin: The Pulse of Progress

The capital, Berlin, is a vibrant symphony of history and modernity, where the Brandenburg Gate stands as a symbol of unity and the remnants of the Berlin Wall remind us of the city's power to overcome division.

Bavaria: A Portrait of Alpine Splendor

In the heart of Bavaria, fairy-tale castles like Neuschwanstein and the alpine majesty of the Zugspitze await, set against a backdrop of lederhosen, beer gardens, and the joyous strains of oompah bands.

The Rhine Valley: A Romantic Rhapsody

Cruise along the Rhine Valley, where medieval castles perch atop craggy cliffs, vineyards stretch to the horizon, and the legendary Lorelei rock whispers tales of sailors and sirens.

The Black Forest: A Storybook Landscape

Delight in the enchanting Black Forest, a region steeped in folklore and tradition, home to cuckoo clocks, half-timbered houses, and gateways to trails that inspire wanderlust.

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<p>Munich is the state capital and the most populous city in the Free State of Bavaria.<br />
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Munich’s population reached 100,000 in 1852, 250,000 in the 1880s, and 500,000 by 1901. This growth led to an increase in tax revenue, as well as a greater need for urban planning.<br />
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One of the grand avenues laid out in the 19th century leads to Königsplatz—a recreation of the Acropolis of Athens. Ludwig I was a devoted &quot;Hellenophile&quot;, he even changed the spelling of the state’s name from &quot;Baiern&quot; to &quot;Bayern.&quot; His son, Otto, later became the first King of Greece. Today, this area serves as the heart of Munich’s gallery and museum district.<br />
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The building, modeled after classical Corinthian temple architecture with a prominent front colonnade, was built between 1838 and 1848 Since 1967 it houses the antique collections of the Wittelsbach dukes and kings the &quot;Staatliche Antikensammlung&quot; (State Collections of Antiquities).<br />
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Statue of the Greek goddess of peace Eirene,<br />
carrying the infant god of wealth, Ploutos, in<br />
her arms.<br />
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Prosperity can only flourish in times of peace.<br />
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Roman marble copy based on a Greek bronze original<br />
by the sculptor Kephisodotus the Elder (c. 370 BC).</p>
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<p>From Wikipedia:<br />
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Schönburg Castle was first mentioned in history between the years 911 and 1166.<br />
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From the 12th century, the Lords of Schönburg ruled over the town of Oberwesel and had also the right to levy customs on the Rhine river. The most famous was Friedrich von Schönburg - a much-feared man known as &quot;Marshall Schomberg&quot; - who in the 17th century served as a colonel and as a general under the King of France in France and Portugal and later also for the Prussians and for William Prince of Orange in England.<br />
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The Schönburg line died out with the last heir, the son of Friedrich of Schönburg.<br />
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The castle was burned down in 1689 by French soldiers during the War of the Grand Alliance.<br />
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Schönburg castle remained in ruins for 200 years until it was acquired by the German-American Rhinelander family who bought the castle from the town of Oberwesel in the late 19th century, and restored it.<br />
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The town council of Oberwesel acquired the castle back from the Rhinelander family in 1950.<br />
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Since 1957 the Hüttl family have been living at the castle on a long-term lease; they operate a successful hotel and restaurant there.</p>
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