Castle in Alsace, France

First Week in DEUTSCHLAND

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September 1st 2006
It’s so weird today I woke up and realized that I have been here for a full week. This time last week I found myself sitting in between a German-Indian man and an obese Italian on my way to Frankfurt. And now? Now I have a true blue German beer gut. Ask me if I care. I am studying in a medium-sized city called Freiburg (yes, the residents are considered Freiburgers) in the very southwest ti ... read more

Europe » Germany » Baden-Württemberg » Freiburg

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As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more