About Germany

Celebrating the carnival in Mainz

News about Germany

What are the current hot destinations in Germany? Which museum is running special shows? Where to eat, what to drink? Keep a tab on all this and more on the News page.

About Germany

At a Glance

Germany is the heart of Europe. Surrounded by nine neighbours, it has a unique blend of ethnic diversity, modern lifestyle, great educational and employment opportunities, and not the least, an unparalleled zest for sports. Know more about what makes Germany tick.

The town hall in the German city of Hanover

Destination Germany

Making up a checker-board of fantasy, natural beauty, classical cultures and quaint folksiness, Germany can satisfy any traveller’s wanderlust. Get hands-on information for your journey through this amazing country.

Indo-German economic relations at a new high

Living & Working in Germany

Here are some guidelines regarding rules and regulations for non-EU nationals who want to work in Germany. Compiled information on many other practical issues like validity of your driving licence, finding an accomodation and job as well as some common phrases and expressions in German language would be helpful for you.

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German National Tourist Board

The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) promotes Germany as a travel destination to a worldwide market through its brand – 'Destination Germany'. Find attractive travel offers and useful information on their website.

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Facts about Germany

Facts about Germany

This online handbook provides facts and figures about Germany, its political system, cultural and social life as well as different sectors of industry and business.

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Christmas market of Lübeck - in the background one can see the famous St. Petri-Church

Celebrating Christmas and Advent in Germany

Germany is famous for its quiet and contemplative Christmas. The streets are full of Christmas market stalls with seasonal handicrafts, snack bars, and booths offering cups of mulled wine while all around people clutch bulging carrier bags as a sign of the annual shopping rush. The candles on the Christmas tree are lit, and a bell is rung to let the children know that the “Christkind” brought their presents.

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A model walks for the label 'Michalsky' during the 2010 Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

Innovation and Excellence

Zeitschrift Deutschland

The current issue of .de – Magazin Deutschland takes a look into the future by examining tomorrow’s research and technology trends. In an exclusive feature on “Innovation and Excellence” four Nobel laureates from Germany outline what research can achieve in the future. The magazine also spotlights six research areas – environmental technology, medical technology, mechanical engineering, bionics, vehicle technology and nanotechnology – in which Germany leads the world.

The latest issue of .de also includes interviews with Federal Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle and the German ambassador to the United Nations, Peter Wittig, about Germany’s role in the EU and as a global partner.

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The Portal is Germany’s visiting card on the Web. This site provides relevant and helpful links to information about and in Germany.