In Dresden, German accuracy burst into a rather interesting combination, with the Czech charm, because the city is located just twenty kilometers from the Czech Republic, on the shores of the beautiful River Elba, which the Czechs are gently called Laba. This is one of the most colorful cities in Germany, which is constantly filled with tourists.
The cultural heritage of the city is known all over the world, and a large number of historical attractions, makes staying in the city even more interesting. The city is considered a large industrial city, as well as a transport and scientific center, in whose territory high-tech medical equipment is manufactured, as well as world-famous AMD computer processors and Volkswagen Phaeton cars. Very often come connoisseurs of this art very often, because the Dresden Art Gallery is located here, in which Picasso, Rafael, Michelangelo, and other famous artists are located. And now a little more detailed about staying in this beautiful city.
Many tourists call the city of Saxon Switzerland, and not in vain, because the nature of the city and its surroundings are very beautiful and unusual. Dresden, literally concluded into the spies of the Eastern Ore Mountains, as well as the Elbian sandstone mountains, plus, the beauty of the river Elbe. About sixty percent of the city occupy forest plantings, so the city is considered one of the greatest, throughout the European territory. 11 landscape reserves, 3 reserves, many squares and parks, will give residents and tourists of the city not only fresh air, but also beautiful landscapes in spring and autumn.
The unique and beautiful landscapes of Dresden's surroundings are very popular to Alpine. Surrounded by very thick forests of mixed type, it creates all the conditions for living on the local territories, protein, hares, wolves, foxes, wild boars, roasted and other smaller representatives of the animal world. In addition, in the vicinity of the city there are vintage castles, which will always crave to visit tourists, because many interesting is the history of Saxony of the Middle Ages.
The city is located in the region, on the line of which the continental climate begins to replace moderately cold. Therefore, those who live in the Elbe Valley can feel a mild climate, rather than those who live in the vicinity. And in general, the weather in Dresden, even in winter, warm enough, and rarely falls below 0 ° C. The precipitation falls out, mostly in the summer, but there are few of them, so tourists can come to the city, absolutely at any time of the year. Although, almost the entire tourist flow, falls for the summer, when the weather is very warm, and green streets are invited to pleasant walks.
Many people of art are called Dresden by Florence on Elbe, because the city has long gained popularity among tourists around the world, it is for their cultural attractions that there are quite a lot in the city. One of the main - Zwinger, the building in the style of Saxon Baroque, built in the 18th century. It is in this palace, today, there is a unique Dresden art gallery, the pearl of the collection of which is the famous Sistine Madonna Rafael. Such famous canvases are also here as: "Chocolate" Jean-Etien Liotar, "Sleeping Venus" Georgeon, "The Blind Son in the tavern" Rembrandt and many others.
The symbol of the city, more precisely, to say, one of them, is the building of the Department of Earth, which the locals call Semperoper. Opera is famous for not only a unique appearance, but also excellent acoustics, thanks to which the opera is classified as one of the best in the world.
Tourists will also be interested to visit the numerous temples and churches of the city: the Catholic Church of Hofkirhe, the Evangelical Church of Frauenkirche, Church of Croyzkirch and others.
The main attraction is also considered to be the Panno Prince-proof procession, which is made from Maisen porcelain tiles and is considered the largest in the world. Panno depicts 35 governments of Saxony, which belonged to the resident dynasty.
Saxon dishes can be enjoyed in one of the hundreds of Dresden restaurants. Locals prefer meat dishes, therefore the greatest popularity in the city enjoys roast beef. Moreover, before cooking, the meat is soaked in a mixture of spices with vinegar. Many love dumplings with red cabbage, or roast beef in raisin sauce. But, it can be said that the kitchen of the city, also somewhat given away with Czech influence, which can be easily traced even in the name of some dishes.
I really liked the local pastries: EIERSCECKE Cake and Patties with Cottage cheese Quarkkäulchen.
At Christmas holidays, institutions offer to taste the Dresden Christstollen Pie and Dresden Christstollen Ruspets.
Among the institution is not Saxon cuisine, you can look at the French Restaurant Blumenau, or in a restaurant with African specialists - Mama Africa. In general, the most popular establishments, among tourists, are located in Neustadt.
For children on the territory of Dresden not so much entertainment, as for adults, but in urban parks and squares, there are playgrounds for an excellent rest, and there are several children's attractions in shopping centers.
The most famous centers of the city are considered to be Karakalla and Friedrichsbad - these are huge pools with thermal waters, as well as solariums and saunas, so the majority of tourists are also preferred and to get to it.
It is in Dresden that one of the most colorful festivals and holidays of the country are passing, which, in fact, is a business card of the city. Dresdner MusikfestSpiele is a music festival that collects thousands of visitors, the ELBHHANGFEST Festival, the annual Dixiend Festival - the place of which is considered Praggerstrasse Street and so on.
Moreover, the city is considered one of the safest in Germany, so there are no longer tourists to one lonely. But, as in any big city, beware of small fraudsters and robbers who hunt for jewels and money. Because in the city, representatives of the order constantly patrol the streets, you should always have documents with you, certifying your personality, and preferably photocopies.