Cultural life in Germany
The “Münchner Oktoberfest”, or as the local Bavarians refer to it, “Die Wiesn” is the single biggest and most prestigious fair in the world. However, it is also one the most traditional fairs in the world and gives the visitor a good insight on the mixture between 21st century modern Germany and ancient Bavarian culture and customs.
Oktoberfest
Cultural life in Germany
Cultural life in Germany is varied and exciting - why not discover it for yourself!
Booklet Facts about Germany
"Facts about Germany" is a booklet with up-to-date and detailed information on German society, political system, economy and culture. You may like to read in this booklet online by clicking on the link below or ask for the latest edition at the German Embassy.
Facts about Germany
The Humboldt Forum – Meeting Place of World Cultures
It’s a unique site and a unique project: on the grounds of the former City Palace in Berlin’s historical Mitte district, work is to begin on the Humboldt Forum, with construction scheduled for completion by 2013. There is scarcely any other location in the German capital that so reflects both past history and the future.
The Frankfurt Book Fair
More than 7,000 exhibitors from more than 100 countries and around 1,000 authors, including several Nobel laureates attend the Frankfurt Book Fair which becomes each year a showcase of superlatives. The fair has become a focal point for a whole variety of products. Audio books and film scripts are promoted in the same way as comics or educational software.
Record attendance and famous names at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2008 [pdf, 46,3k]
