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Opening of the Exhibition "Türckische Cammer"
Mar 12, 2010
| Federal Foreign Office
Federal Foreign Minister Guido Westerwelle and his Turkish counterpart Ahmet Davutoğlu recently opened a new permanent exhibition in Dresden called Türckische Cammer (Turkish Chamber), an extensive collection of Ottoman-era objects now on display for the first time since the Second World War.
World's Largest Travel Fair Opens in Berlin
Mar 11, 2010
| dpa
The annual ITB travel trade show is regarded as the world's biggest vacation catalogue: From Spain to Austria to Turkey to Tajikistan, 180 countries are showcased beneath Berlin's iconic Funkturm radio tower.
Louise – Queen of Hearts
Mar 11, 2010
| Federal Foreign Office
Queen Louise of Prussia influenced her contemporaries and modern Germany probably more than any other woman. Germany is taking the 200th anniversary of her death as an opportunity to recognize the legacy of this remarkable woman.
Olympic Biathlete Kati Wilhelm to End Career
Mar 10, 2010
| dpa
Kati Wilhelm, the most successful Olympic women's biathlete, has announced that she will end her career at the end of this World Cup season.
Hirshhorn Exhibition Showcases Works of Artist Josef Albers
Mar 10, 2010
| Germany.info
The exhibition, entitled "Josef Albers: Innovation and Inspiration," showcases not only Josef Albers’ legacy, through his own works as well as his teachings, but also the legacy of the Bauhaus, which was transmitted by Bauhaus alumni and teachers such as Josef Albers to locations across the globe.
