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Dresden, the capital of the German state of Saxony, is located on the Elbe River, about 200 km southeast of Berlin, near the border with the Czech Republic. This city, rich in history and culture, is considered one of the most beautiful cities in Germany. With a population of around 560,000, it is the 4th most populous city in Germany.

In the past, Dresden was an important center of art, architecture and education. Some of the highlights include the Frauenkirche, the Zwinger, the Semperoper and the Brühl Terrace. These historic buildings, badly damaged during the bombing in 1945, were later restored.

Nowadays, Dresden is famous for its museums, galleries and classical music concerts. The city attracts lovers of architecture and history. Other tourist attractions include the Großer Garten Park, the Jewish Quarter and Pillnitz Castle.

Dresden also hosts a traditional Christmas market every year, one of the largest and most beautiful in Germany. The city has good transport links and offers a wide range of accommodation, restaurants and entertainment activities.

In addition to the river Elbe, smaller rivers Weißeritz and Triebisch also flow through the city. There are several nature parks around Dresden, such as the Saxon Switzerland or the Erzgebirge/Vogtland State Park, which are popular destinations for tourists looking for beautiful nature.

View of Dresden (AI)
View of Dresden (AI)

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