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Dresden, the capital of Saxony, is
world-renowned for its art treasures, outstanding theatrical productions
and architecture. See the Green Vault with its exquisite collection of
jeweled objects d'art in gold and silver. Visit the 18th-century Zwinger
Palace, one of the greatest examples of Baroque architecture in Germany
and the Semper Opera House with performances from September to May.
Splendid Baroque buildings, prestigious
gardens : the
Florence of the Elbe
! Dresden the Beautiful ! This was the setting for the splendid
parties held by
August the Strong, Elector of Saxony and King of
Poland. (1670-1733). His moto was : more art and culture, less soldiers
and less power. The Zwinger, the cathedral, the Baroque Königstraße, Pillnitz
Palace and not least the countless art treasures of the museums and
priceless wealth of the "Green Vault" treasure chamber all testify to
this era.
Later, other
artists
(sculptors, authors and musicians) contributed to the fame of the
city : Heinrich Schültz, Carl Maria von Weber, Richard Wagner, Robert
Schumann, Ernst Hoffmann, Erich Kästner, Karl May, Caspar David
Friedrich, and many others. Dresden was an innovative economic location
and one of the richest cities in Germany. Today one can discover the
largest villa quarter in the country. The district around
Martin-Luther-Platz emerged at the turn of the century with an
alternative city culture, with its own theatre, modern music and pubs.
The picturesque and
architecturally interesting Hellerau Garden City
provides a worthwhile detour. Although the city suffered heavily from
the bombardment of February 13, 1945, the art treasures, having been
safely concealed, survive to establish the importance of Dresden as a
cultural center.
The city
has been rebuilt since the wartime destruction of 1945: historical the
unique silhouette along the Elbe, soon to be crowned once more by the
dome of the Frauenkirche, generously modern the southern precincts of
the city centre, lovingly restored the Neustadt quarter. Dresden is in
this way not only pointing to the splendour of former times and the
outstanding significance of art, science and technology, but at the same
time developing creative and future-oriented projects.
The economic life of Dresden is also flourishing
again: tourism, an innovative computer industry and consumer goods are
important sectors. Dresden is also a popular location for conferences
and conventions.
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