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German Culture
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Germans have been the victims
of cultural stereotyping since the horrific events that occurred
during the Third Reich. Germany is often thought to be a dreary
place of all work and no play. Many people perceive Germans
to be racist, narrow minded, controlling people who never crack
a smile. These perceptions are untrue and unfair. German people
are quick to correct these stereotypes that have been bestowed
upon them. Germany has a unique, flavorful |
culture drawn from a rich heritage.
The German countryside is lush and green with rolling hills. Though
it rains often, Germany is a beautiful country with four distinct
seasons. Germans love to be active outside. During the warm months,
the lakes around Hamburg are filled with sailboats and the surrounding
walkways are crowded with pedestrians, joggers, and bicyclists.
Moods caused by seasonal changes are reflected in theatre, literature,
and fine art. Germany has given birth to some of the world’s
most celebrated composers, physicists, and philosophers. Germany’s
artistic heritage is evident in its cathedrals, and other beautiful
buildings.
 Though
Germans welcome modernization, they are a proud people that work
hard to uphold cultural traditions. On occasion they’ll even
find a suitable reason to wear Bavarian Lederhosen and a Loden.
Germany is typically a meat-and-potatoes kind of country. Lunch
is the most important meal of the day though breakfast can be a
very large meal. Beer is the national beverage and each region has
their own distinct brewery. Hamburg’s brew, St. Pauli Girl,
is exported internationally.
Visit Hamburg and tastes Germany’s rich culture.
More Information:
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