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Germany
The Federal Republic of Germany is a country in Western Europe covering an area of 357,021 sq km. It is the most populous member state of the European Union with 81.8 million inhabitants. Germany is home to the third-biggest number of international migrants worldwide.
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What do Germans wear for Christmas?
One German tradition is the Christmas tree. It was brought over to Britain by Prince Albert.
Another is Christmas Stockings: they originate from a story about Saint Nikolas, where he helped a poor mans daughter by giving him three bags of gold over a period of time. When he gave the third, the man was on guard at the door and St Nikolas couldn't get in, so he supposedly droppped it down the chimney where it fell into the daughter's stocking which was hanging over the fireplace to dry.
They also sing carols like, 'O Tanambaun' (Oh Christmas Tree) and 'Kling Glochen Kilng-a-ling-a-ling.' (Ring, Little Bell, Ring)
As well as Santa, or 'Saint Nikolas,' the Germans also have Christchild, who is an angel dressed in white who brings presents.
German children open their presents on the 24th instead of the 25th.
Saint Niklas is celebrated on the 6th of December. The children will put their clean boots in front of the door. If there is something in it... it means they bahaved them selves... if not... well, have a guess. Normally the children get sweets, candy, oranges and nuts in there boots. As it is becoming more commercial, parents start buying for this day also presents.
Lebkuchen are traditional German Christmas cookies. They're kind of like gingerbread and are usually covered in chocolate. The display of many foods such as suckling pig, macaroni salad, white sausage and other traditional dishes is prepared to ward off demons. German tradition has it that Dickbauch, or fat stomach, has been given to Christmas Eve because those who do not eat well on this night are haunted by demons during their sleep.
Christmas Day is also a day of feasting on such foods as roast goose, Christstollen or bread with nuts raisins and dried fruit, spice bars, marzipan and Dresden Stollen or moist, heavy bread filled with fruit.
Why is Nazism illegal in Germany?
In Germany and Austria, it is constitutionally forbidden. Germany's supreme court even has the power to ban political parties that are too similar to the Nazi Party (the court has only done so twice since World War 2). It's even forbidden to display Nazi symbols, like flags or badges.
Outside of Germany and Austria, it's generally not illegal except in countries that were victims of the Nazis, like France and Israel.
How old do you have to be to drink alcohol in USA?
18 years of age, unless, and this is as i know of only in the state of Ohio, if you are in your home and under the supervision of your parents, at least 13 you can drink. But this is a statuate that isn't very well known, u might have to educate the police.
22yrs Old ..legal
No, the UK refuses to adopt or accept Euros.
The UK uses the pound sterling (pound) - £
Do Germans drive on the left or the right?
Germans will always drive on the correct side of the road for the country they are driving in, as for Germany you should drive on the right.
Who was the Prime Minister of Germany in 2003?
Jean-Claude Juncker was the Prime Minister of Luxembourg in 2003. He became the Prime Minister of Luxembourg on 1995 January 20. He has also served as the President of the European Council in 1997 and 2005 for 6-month terms.
Germany has some of the strictest gun laws. A number of criteria must be met before a firearms license is issued: 18 years old, known to be OK, a firearms expert and the need to have one. Persons who are convicted felons, have a record of mental disorder or people with drug or alcohol addiction histories or known violent are barred from getting a license.
How many stamp's do you need to send something to Germany from United State's by mail?
You only need one. However, the face value for that one stamp has to be $1.15.
What is the name of the president of germany?
Joachim Gauck is the Bundespräsident ("federal president"), the head of state of Germany in 2013. He was elected as president on 2012 March 18 after the resignation of Christian Wulff.
The de facto most powerful office in Germany is the office of Bundeskanzler ("federal chancellor") which is currently held by Angela Merkel.
What is the time difference between NYC and Frankfurt Germany?
Germany is on UTC/GMT +1 hour
NYC is on UTC/GMT -5 hours
This makes a 6 hour time difference between the two.
Is Germany's land crossed by rivers?
A few rivers one of which is the Rhine River
Here is a map that may be helpful.
http://www.germanytravelmap.com/Germany%20Travel_files/Germany%20Rivers%20Map.jpg
What is the time difference between Iceland and Germany?
Australia has 3 Time Zones. Eastern is (Greenwich Mean Time) GMT +10 hours, ie. 10 hours ahead of Greenwich, England.
Central is (Greenwich Mean Time) GMT +9.5 hours, ie. 9.5 hours ahead of Greenwich, England.
Western is (Greenwich Mean Time) GMT +8 hours, ie. 8 hours ahead of Greenwich, England. Iceland is at (Greenwich Mean Time) GMT. Iceland is 8 to 10 hours behind Australia. (Daylight savings not taken into account.)
What is the history of the US Army Columbia Hotel in Munich?
Used the Hotel from 1969 to 1972 for lunches - one had to pay in US$.
I was working on Airbus A300 at the time - office was in Leonrodstrasse. Not much else known, I moved on to DHC7 in Toronto.
I remember my mom going there almost every day... or at least pretty often... and taking me with her to the hotel. She always visited "Mr. Wiggins" of the newspaper shop in the basement and would have an endless chat, I remember... :-) ... me, little boy at that time... probably 2 or 3 years old... that was round 1980 I guess...
What party stressed total power by the government and a strong love for Germany?
I don't know the answer... i need an answer for thz question :(
When did the war between allies and Germany end?
Assuming that you are referring to the end of the 2nd World War, Germany capitulated on the 8th of May, 1945.
Zimmerman note was sent from Germany to?
The Zimmerman note was meant to be sent to Mexico, before it was intercepted by the United States.
Which of these is not closely assciated with Germany's actions during wold war1?
No way of answering this question because you left off the list. "Which of these" means there is a list to choose from. Without the list, we can't answer it for you.
What is a common symbol in Germany?
The "Deutsche Adler" (German eagle) is the most common symbol seen in Germany.
The "Fette Henne"(nickname for the eagle) is displayed on the the heraldic signs on all German government buildings. It is also a very popular symbol on hotel, restaurant and pub signs. Motorists often have a small shield with it on in their rear window, many organisations also use thew German eagle in their signs.
Link below shows the history behind it.
