Articles of category "Dresden"

Dresden turned into one of Germany's most beautiful cities when it became the residence of the Wettins, rulers of Saxony for over 800 years. In the 18th century the city was one of Europe's most important cultural centers with many magnificent buildings. Dresden offers a wide variety of attractions to choose from. No book on history of architecture can miss mentioning the Dresden Zwinger. The Frauenkirche Church, Semper Opera House and Royal Palace as well as many other historical monuments and ensembles that determine the image of the city.

Dresden is the thriving capital of the German federal state of Saxony, almost 800 years old, competing with Leipzig for the position as the most important city in eastern Germany apart from Berlin. This charming German city is split by the Elbe and the gently rolling landscape between Saxon Switzerland and Meissen that determines the nature in which the city on the river is embedded. Gorgeous architecture and nature coexist in harmony here, the coexistence resulting in an appealing scene for visitors, and it proves to be true because 7.4 million guests travel to Dresden every year.