Germany
Capital
Berlin
Population
~83.2 million
Currency
Euro (€)
Quick Facts
- Languages
- German
- Religion
- Christianity (Protestant, Catholic), No Religion
- Climate
- Temperate; mild winters and warm summers
Culture & History
Known for: beer, cars (BMW, Mercedes), Oktoberfest, and Berlin Wall history
Also famous for: castles, classical music, and Christmas markets
Food: Bratwurst (sausage)
Brief History
Part of the Holy Roman Empire; unified in 1871; played a central role in both World Wars; divided after World War II; reunified in 1990; economic powerhouse in Europe