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Hamburg City Guide
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Germany’s second largest city, Hamburg, positioned in northern Germany
on the banks of the Elbe River is one of the most international cities
one can find in Europe. With approximately 1,7 million inhabitants in
the city and around 4 million in Greater Hamburg Metropolitan Region,
Hamburg is not only one of the 16 German Bundesländer (states), but
also one of the most touristic cities in Germany. |
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The city plays a major role in the
international trade as well as in the political life of the country
itself and Europe. Hamburg has rightfully earned the name of " Free
city" as it managed to stay the most independent city in
the whole Germany.
Hamburg City Guide: importance
Known
to be the wealthiest metropolitan area in the European Union, and due
to the fact that Hamburg is the second most important harbor in Europe
and the 6th or 7th in the world, the city is also referred to as "The
Gate to the World". Apart from the fact that the harbor constitutes the
heart of the city, Hamburg also operates as on of the most significant
media hubs in Germany. Furthermore, increasing the importance and fame
of the city, we need to mention that Hamburg is also a key site
of the world’s aerospace industry, following USA and France.
Hamburg City Guide: people
Thanks
to its rich history in trading, the city has quite an interesting
architecture, which makes it a bit different from other cities in
Germany. The city, thought it suffered a great deal in the II World
War, still holds on to its open and discreet atmosphere. Local people,
whom are known as " Hamburgers", tend to be a bit reserved and distant
and first, but as soon as they get to know you better, you will find
out they are quite welcoming and friendly. As regarding the language,
everybody will understand German, of course as this is the official
language, but you will get along just fine if you speak English and in
some parts even with Spanish and French, especially if you are
addressing the younger generation.
The same as every
major city in the world, Hamburg is also home to many pick pockets. In
order to keep out of trouble, use your common sense, stay out of street
demonstrations and keep your eyes on your belonging especially in
crowded places. |
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