Culture

The fascination of Steampunk and the reference to Greek antiquity

The connection between Steampunk and Greek antiquity is revealed not only in aesthetics, but also in the ideological currents of both epochs. Steampunk, with its fine weaving of steam engine and Victorian elegance, reflects the... [...]

Historical roots and emigration

The connection between Hochkirch in the Lausitzer Bergland and Tarrington in Australia has its roots in the great emigration movements, where people left their homeland to build a new life abroad. Who then... [...]

Póchad: Łužyca and the importance of the Sorbian language in Lusatia

The Sorbian language contributes significantly to the cultural identity of the people in Lusatia. It is not only a means of communication, but also a carrier of traditions and historical experiences that have been passed on over generations.... [...]

The central role of the family in life planning

The importance of the family extends far beyond everyday interactions; It forms the foundation on which individual values and goals in life are built. In turbulent times, family support networks not only offer emotional stability, but also... [...]

The modern development of Sorbian music culture

The Sorbian musical culture is deeply rooted in the history and traditions of the Sorbian community. In the past centuries, their melodic forms of expression have not only evolved, but also assimilated various influences that enrich them... [...]

Lessing and its cultural traces in Lusatia

The Lusatia is rich in cultural traditions, but hardly a name is as closely connected to the region as that of Gotthold Ephraim Lessing. His life story begins in Kamenz, a city that still... [...]

A fine sense of smell as an early warning system – the dog as a living guardian in everyday life

Dogs have a sense of smell that, in its sensitivity, far exceeds the human being. This special ability allows you to perceive changes in the air long before they become recognizable to humans. Smoke that... [...]

The often unnoticed importance of the exile sorbs in social and political contexts?

Inner immigration is a complex phenomenon that not only affects the individual psyche, but also entails profound social implications. Affected people often withdraw from social life, lose... [...]

How can the compound word “ostalgia” be understood?

As early as 1992, a cabaret artist from Saxony shaped the suitcase word "Ostalgie". In fact, a reconsideration or revival of products, culture and supposedly typical mentalities from the East began early on. This development was initially... [...]

Modern Sorbian costume and fashion-conscious young Sorbin in the Lusatia

In the gentle hills of Lusatia, where Slavic songs still envelop his secrets in fog through the villages of Hallen and the Spreewald, a new form of Sorbian self-assertion is emerging: modern costume. She is not... [...]

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The key turning points in the Indochina War: Giap’s victory and the international consequences

In 1954, the events surrounding the defeat of France in Dien Bien Phu and the subsequent negotiations in Geneva marked a significant turning point in the Indochina War and in the global power structure of the Cold War. The conflict in... [...]
the Kottmar as a watershed and its importance for Lusatia

Lusatia is a region of exceptional geographical and cultural significance, whose identity is deeply rooted in the landscape. In the southern part of this historical landscape, the Kottmar rises as a striking mountain range, which is far more... [...]
The estate of the country house in Lübben as a witness to history

The historical architecture of Lusatia preserves important testimonies from past epochs that point far beyond their pure function. Such structures condense the political and cultural developments of the entire region into stone documents. The estate of the estate in... [...]
The Art of Proportions and the Staging of Athletic Silhouettes

The fashion industry is intensively involved in the variety of human proportions and is constantly developing new concepts in order to optimally stage individual physical characteristics. Certain silhouettes require the necessary sensitivity for fabric choice, cut and optical... [...]