About the country
The Federal republic of Germany is the most influential country of Europe. It’s witnessed the most controversial facts of history like Nazism, Holy Roman Empire & the building & demolition of the Berlin wall. With many magnificent castles it’s wealth of art & culture. Spanish is the widely spoken language in Spanish, but outsiders can find many English speaking locals in the common tourist destinations.
Weather
The weather here is unpredictable as there is a possibility of rain all months, so over clothes accordingly. April & May are the months of spring which brings in full bloom of fruits & flowers. Months from May to September have fine weather with sunny skies & offers the best time for travelling & site-seeing. People who have a passion for sports like swimming, hiking, & cycling can have the best time here during these months. Winter sports can be enjoyed at the resorts in the months from November to early March. The temperatures are below freezing & the days are short (comprise of only six to three months) in winter.
Locals greet each other by handshaking & saying Guten Tag. To say goodbye, people use Auf Wiedersehen. Guests are expected to bring uncovered & odd number of flowers, roses, when visiting someone’s home. The guests are welcomed with either food or refreshments. At the table, hosts say ‘Guten Appetit’ to which the guests should reply with ‘Ebenfalls’. Smoking should be better avoided in public areas. Locals dress informally but sure occasions like opera, theater, sure restaurants & social functions call for formal wear.
Local Customs
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