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One of the main characteristics of Germany’s art and culture is its rich diversity.
The dedication to its culture is steadfast, enthusiastic and comprehensive. Where else can one find a country the size of Texas with 6, 000 museums and galleries, 400 opera houses and theaters? Old and new are echoed in design, architecture and craftsmanship which often bring about an eye-popping cultural experience. Cutting-edge architecture such as museums and factories by Tadao Ando, Zaha Hadid, Richard Meier and Frank Gehry are built next to ancient castles, Romanesque churches or in half-timbered market squares.
The art and culture scene in Germany is alive and vital. In 2006 alone, Germany has witnessed the opening of
Dresden’s historic Green Vault
in its original splendor; the launch of
Stuttgart’s Weissenhof Settlement
in the Le Corbusier house and the opening of the
Mercedes Benz Museum
in Stuttgart. Every square mile in Germany is brimming with art and culture and there is something to explore for everyone.
In 2007, a host of important cultural events are taking place in Germany.
Documenta 12
, arguably the world’s most important contemporary art fair, takes place in Kassel, home of the fabled Brothers Grimm. The city of Muenster hosts its fourth international
Sculpture Projects ,
where contemporary art is showcased throughout the whole city. Trier’s Rheinisches Landesmuseum presents the International State Exhibition
“Constantine the Great”
and in Hamburg – the port city that served as “Gateway to the World” for millions of Europeans who left their homeland for a better life across the Atlantic - Americans will be able to research their roots in
BallinStadt,
the city’s new emigration museum. Other highlights, such as the re-opening of the enlarged BMW Museum in Munich and the
Duane Hanson exhibition
at the World Heritage Site Voelklinger Ironworks in Saarland round out a fantastic cultural year.
For more information on Germany’s art and culture, accommodation, transportation, events, special deals and more, visit
www.ComeToGermany.com !
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