When I was in the eighth grade, our class was told that the time had come to choose a foreign language. Our high school offered German, French, and Spanish, so we would spend a third of that year studying each one. That way, our teachers explained, we could make an informed decision about which language [...]
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German Art And Architecture Explained
There are hundreds of years of history in Germany; and much of it can be seen in its architecture. You’ll find Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, Baroque, and Rococo to say the least. The Germany Blog
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We Speak Everything PLUS Standard German :-)
There are a number of languages spoken throughout Germany (plus Standard German, mind you), including East Frisian, Sorbian, and a Swabian dialect to say the least. The Germany Blog
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Insects In German Cuisine, Anyone?
One man is leading the charge to get Germans to incorporate eating more bugs in their diet. They’re chocked full of protein–but many residents would rather stick to more traditional cuisine. The Germany Blog
Demons and Saints: Unraveling German Holidays
Halloween has come and gone. Though I saw a costume here and a decorated pumpkin there, it is a holiday that passes in Germany without much notice. For the following day, however, you’d better have your errands run and your pantry stocked up because November 1st is All Saints Day (Allerheiligen), an official bank holiday [...]
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Punctual German Rail = Great Time
Germany’s train network is affordable, convenient, and easy to get around the entire country–as well as arriving from other points in Europe. The Germany Blog
German Dog Breeds
German dog breeds have been around for centuries, including the German Shepherd, Great Dane, Leonberger, and Pomeranian. The Germany Blog
Origins Of The Prowess Of Germans And German Engineering
Why are we Germans the way we are? Why do Germans lead the engineering world? A very interesting question from a MyGermanCity.com visitor, and our humble responses… The Germany Blog
Unite For German Rugby Teams!
While football (a.k.a. soccer) is the game of choice in Germany, rugby is gaining popularity with a number of teams playing throughout the country. The Germany Blog
German Royalty Can Be Bought
With a few clicks of the mouse and a hundred bucks (or two), you can buy yourself the designation of a German noble title to your name. The Germany Blog