The document provides an introduction and overview of Germany including its capital, population, climate, major cities, accessibility, attractions, food, average hotel rates, a proposed 10 day trip around Germany highlighting different cities and sights, and various tours and travel information resources. It outlines Germany's rich cultural heritage and variety of experiences available for travelers of all interests and budgets.

1. ART, CULTURE & GEMS OF GERMANY

2. INTRODUCTION TO GERMANY Capital: Berlin Population: 82.16 million Area: 356854 sq/km States: 16 Language: German Currency: Euro

6. Food The biggest challenge for the Indian traveller is generally food. Germany happily alleviates any apprehension with Berlin alone having more than 60 Indian restaurants!

7. Average Hotel Rate VALUE FOR MONEY BERLIN € 130 Madrid € 174 Rome € 204 Barcelona € 217 Paris € 329 London € 345 Source: Jones Lang LaSalle, Hotel Benchmark Survey by Deloitte, 2008

8. 10 DAYS IN GERMANY: For All Ages, Interests & Budgets DAY 1: Frankfurt - Mainhattan, Sachsenhausen, Old Town, Apple Wine

9. DAY 2: Rhineland Platinate – Ruedesheim, St. Goar, Koblenz DAY 3: Heidelberg – University, Castle DAY 4: Black Forest – Freiburg, Titisee, Donaueschingen and Triberg DAY 5: Europa Park!!

10. DAY 6: Munich – Old Town, Marienplatz DAY 7: Royal Castles – Neuschwanstein Castle, Linderhof Palace

11. DAY 8: Legoland!! DAY 9: Zugpitze – “Top of Germany” DAY 10: Munich – Nymphenburg Palace and Gardens, Olympic Park, BMW World and BMW Museum…

14. SEE BERLIN LIKE A CAT 8. Gourmet Berlin 9. Luxurious Berlin 7. First-time Berlin 6. Sporty Berlin 5. Romantic Berlin 4. Historical Berlin 1. Shoe-String Budget Berlin 3. Party Berlin 2. Basic Berlin

15. BERLIN: Beyond the Wall 1. Hollywood Media Hotel 2. Media Film Park, Madame Tussauds & Berlin Zoo 3. Aquadom & Sea Life: World’s Biggest Free-standing Aquarium 4. First Indoor Legoland

16. BERLIN: Beyond the Wall 5.* * Email [email_address] to shed light on Number 5!

19. TEST YOUR G.Q.

20. Exploring Germany like never before will now be as simple as saying… Namaste.