The Brandenburg Gate is an 18th-century neoclassical monument in Berlin, and one of the most popular monuments in Germany.
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Meal customs you didn’t know in Germany, China and Portugal
Before you accept an invitation for a meal in Germany, China or Portugal, you should take into account three basic customs they have. [Read more…] about Meal customs you didn’t know in Germany, China and Portugal
There are fake bus stops for Alzheimer’s patients in Germany
Alzheimer’s patients use to recall the past quite often, which is dangerous in case they decide to leave the nursing house they’ re hosted in and go away without warning. [Read more…] about There are fake bus stops for Alzheimer’s patients in Germany
Germany lifts restriction on haircuts for soldiers in the early 70s
Between 1971 and 1972 Germany lifted the restriction on haircuts for soldiers and as photos of that period show, soldiers used to have long hair in the army at that time! [Read more…] about Germany lifts restriction on haircuts for soldiers in the early 70s
When was Fanta originated?
Due to a trade embargo in WWII, Coca-Cola could not import syrup into Nazi Germany and this is when Fanta was invented. [Read more…] about When was Fanta originated?
Just how much is the greek debt?
A quick Google search reveals it with very very large lettering. The Greek Debt is standing, as of 2011 at 170% of its GDP. This is a relatively large number, currently standing at 469.2 billion dollars and if you look at the economy of Greece it is colossal. However, there is another truth to this number, that comes out when compared to other countries, say, Germany. [Read more…] about Just how much is the greek debt?