Germany is recognized throughout the world as a country full of culture, home to magnificent art as well as the birthplace of some of the world's most captivating music. There is also splendid architecture from all styles and eras which play host as musical venues, from churches and monasteries to romantic castles. Picture listening to Bach or Beethoven in the grand hall of a centuries-old castle, or taking in a performance of Wagner at Dresden's unparalleled Semper Opera. Beyond the classical, the music scene in Germany is alive with variety. Everything from jazz to open-air rock and hip-hop festivals are here for the taking in Germany, not to mention the wide variety of local "Volksmusik."
Regardless of the season, you will never run out of things to do in Germany. Germany has many major cities to explore and each city has its own unique character, formed by its history and the surrounding region. Each is a whole new world unto itself in which you will experience not only different architectural styles and art treasures but also a very distinctive lifestyle. Whether you are visiting their museums, bars, pubs, restaurants, opera houses, concert halls, theatres, shops, Christmas Markets or there for the skiing, hiking or mountain-climbing - a trip to Germany offers an incomparable travel experience.
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