Germany
By: Ashlyn Sutton
Demographics
German people
Average income in Germany
$47, 627.4
Climate
Germany's climate is moderate with no longer periods of cold or warm weather.
Tourism
Seventh most visited country
Tourist Attraction
Berlin Wall (manmade)
Berlin Wall
Cultural Information
German TV shows and movies used to be good, but they aren't anymore. Most of the German actors end up working in Hollywood.
Current music
German pop music seems to be dominated by retro songs these days, and many pop culture criticism articles complain about the lack of innovation in pop music.
Famous People
Jauchim Gauck- President of Germany
Random Facts
- At the age of 14 you can start drinking as long as you have an adult there with you
- College is free
Political Information
The Celts are said to have been the first inhabitants of Germany. They were eventually followed by German tribes. German invasions destroyed the declining Roman Empire in the 4th century
Famous Historical Event
In 1618-1648, the Thirty Years' War was fought almost entirely in Germany
Government
Germany is a republic with a parliamentary democracy and a bicameral system of government.
President of Germany- Jauchim Gauck
Culinary Contribution
- Seafood stew
- Eel soup
- Soups of dried beans
- Different types of bread
- Bratwurst
- Sauerkraut
- Soft pretzels
Overview
Exports
- Germany is the third largest exporter and importer in the world- Much of Germany's exports focuses on industrially produced goods and services.
Food
- Sauerkraut and bratwurst is very popular in Germany
Miscellaneous
Fun Facts
- The government can (and will) reject any weird baby names
- Everything is closed on Sundays
- It's bad luck to wish someone a "Happy Birthday" before their actual birthday