Category: Germany

Top 5 things to do in Brühl

Brühl is one of the hidden gems of the North-Rhine Westphalia region. Nestled between Cologne and Bonn, Brühl doesn’t get the attention it deserves. Cologne is often bustling with tourists who go to see its iconic Gothic Cathedral. And Bonn hosts many international political events; it has historic sites, and a famous cherry blossom tree…

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Things you should not do in Germany

Before I moved to Germany I decided to research German customs and basic laws. Most of the guides I found online and in print version covered a lot of what I discuss here. Still, I found it very strange when people weren’t smiling as much as South Africans do. I also thought it was odd…

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Instagrammable places in Essen

When I tell people I lived in Essen for a year I tell them it’s close to Dortmund. Everyone knows the Dortmund soccer/football team. Unlike my home city, Essen is not a tourist hotspot. Yet It’s not all doom and gloom and if you are planning on travelling to Essen this post will provide you…

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Aachen: Germany off the beaten path

Aachen located in the west of Germany is a spa town with a long-spanning medieval history. This town has been around for millennia. The Celtics settled here and so did the Romans in order to bathe in the natural springs of Aachen. The Emperor Charlemagne made the city a strategic political centre and also soaked…

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Important tips for International Students going to Germany

Moving to another country to study can be intimidating. I studied in Germany for a year and these tips are based on my own experiences. These 14 tips will make your first few days in Germany far less stressful. I didn’t have all this information and wished I had it. You can also adapt some…

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