GERMANY

Population: 82.4 million
Size: 357,045 sq. km.
Official Language: German
Capital: Berlin
Currency: Euro
The Federal Republic of Germany is
situated in the heart of Europe,
surrounded by a total of nine
neighbouring states. In terms of
population it is the largest country in
the European Union, in terms of area,
the third largest.

More than half the German people live in
towns with a population of between 2,000
and 100,000. There are 86 larger towns
and cities with more than 100,000
inhabitants spread throughout the
country. Since re-unification the capital
and future seat of government is once
again Berlin, with a current population
of 3.5 million. The towns can boast a
lively, varied cultural scene sometimes
comprising distinguished theatres,
orchestras, art academies, art collections,
and libraries. The right to artistic freedom
is guaranteed as is the right to freedom
of expression.

Visit this link for more information about Germany:
The Lonely Planet Guide - Germany