Germany Hotels

I can't help thinking of words like "efficiency" or "engineering" when I think of Germany because those words sum up today's Germany very well. Germany has provided mankind with many great achievements throughout the history. Today, the country is one of the world's economic superpowers and boasts a well working system, and for the gearheads like me, greatest car industry and un-speed-limited autobahns.... That's not the touristic view though. The touristic view is as follows, a huge country with borders from North Seas to Alps of Austria and Switzerland, and from Poland to France... Germany has a nice quiet relaxing coastal line, worth-seeing peaks and hills, endlessly large forests, lovely rivers running through romantic valleys, and most impressive of all, cherished heritage, archeology and old towns that has witnessed many important eras of history and finally, modern cities with vibrant nightlife. This land was first occupied by Germanic tribes at dark ages. Then came the Holy Roman Empire of Germany which was one of the very few Europe-dominating superpower. In the middle ages, Germany was divided into many different states instead of a central governed empire, this status went on until The Napoleonic wars of nineteenth century. After that, we very well know what united Germany tried to do twice. So, again as from the touristic view, each of German states, cities and towns reveal a unique way instantly because of this historical un-unity. Each region has different expressions of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque architecture; there are many cathedrals, abbeys, palaces and monuments in larger cities, old brick built farmhouses and medieval castles, quaint little walled cities around the countryside as well as archaeological ruin sites. If you are the heritage seeking tourer, you will surely find what you are looking for, great diversity and depth. Even modern architecture is in harmony with the old and doesn't feel "out of place". This land is definitely not obsessed with modernity. There are also a great number of museums and art galleries to be found in larger cities like Berlin, Frankfurt or Munich, as well as notable shopping opportunities. Don't for a moment think that it is all aimed at the mature audience. Young backpack travelers come here for the famous underground clubs and dance parties of the metropolitans. Interrail and youth hostels have created a new type of tourism and this land must be the center of it. Germany's nature should definitely not be passed on. The north coast offers peace and quiet and with its unique way, the famous Black forest is very well known for its natura-touristic appeal. Down south, mountaineering opportunities and ski resorts of Bavarian Alps are worth mentioning. Between both regions, lies the central area and the world heritage site declared Rhine River surrounded by many vineyards of top quality, called the Romantic Wine Valleys. Wine festivals are held during the autumn season offering a romantic atmosphere. If you are more of a beer lover, the famous beer flowing festival of Oktoberfest is held in Munich. And don't forget, they serve beer in 1 liter mugs here! The cuisine is surprisingly varied. Theme restaurants are mostly owned by non-Germans such as Turks and Arabs. Other than that, tradition is "meat with and gravy, potato and vegetables salad". Germany displays both great modernity and great heritage. Either path you choose for your travel will teach you a lot. The wide variety of services offered here will make sure you have a pleasurable stay too. Therefore at the center of Europe, Germany is a very good location to discover.