An introduction to the ancient Bavarian capital, Munich, designed especially for children, but of no doubt will be interesting to adults as well. There are famous buildings, landmarks such as the cathedral, old city gates, the Numphenburg Palace and many museums. Munich is also famous for its Oktoberfest, celebrated with its beer and sausages. There is witty commentary accompanying the pictues to give a fascinating vew of things to see and do...

Fast ist der Pfälzerwald noch ein Geheimtipp unter Fotograf*innen. Die kleine Mittelgebirgslandschaft erstreckt sich südlich von Kaiserslautern bis zur französischen Grenze und bietet eine erstaunlich abwechslungsreiche Fülle von Motiven. Landschaftsfotografen finden hier spektakuläre Felsformationen wie den Teufelstisch, pittoreske Burgruinen wie in Neudahn und eine äußerst abwechslungsreiche Berglandschaft mit Tälern und Canyons. Wer sich...

At once an invaluable photographic record of life in Weimer Berlin and a timeless demonstration of the cinema's ability to enthrall on a purely visceral level, Berlin, Symphony of a Great City (Berlin, die Symphonie der Grosstadt) offers a kaleidoscopic view of a single day in the life of a bustling metropolis. Carl Mayer (The Last Laugh), influenced by the naturalistic Kammerspiel movement, envisioned "a melody of pictures" sprung from daily reality...

Do you want to blend in when visiting Berlin? To feel like you belong in Bavaria? When in Germany, Do as the Germans Do makes it simple! If you long to navigate the narrow streets of an Alpine village unnoticed or go to a movie in Munich without turning heads, transform yourself from a typical tourist into a connoisseur of culture. With this crash course in German customs and heritage, you'll avoid embarrassing blunders and enrich your travel experiences....

"Why are we drawn to certain cities? Perhaps because of a story read in childhood. Or a chance teenage meeting. Or maybe simply because the place touches us, embodying in its tribes, towers and history an aspect of our understanding of what it means to be human. Paris is about romantic love. Lourdes equates with devotion. New York means energy. London is forever trendy. Berlin is all about volatility. Berlin is a city of fragments and ghosts, a laboratory...

With its scenic towns, romantic medieval cities and evocative landscapes, Germany is the perfect destination for a leisurely road trip. Uncover 24 tailor-made driving tours, featuring authentic local experiences. Insider tips include delightful detours, guided walks and activities to enjoy en route. There are detailed maps, clear directions and advice on the rules of the road to make driving stress free.

"A debut book by the education columnist for Slate traces her experiences as a Jewish teen intellectual whose fateful relationship with a boy who introduced her to Kafka inspired her love for German language and culture,"--NoveList.