Culture

The colorful festive costume of the Lusatian Sorbs – a lively cultural heritage

The festive costume of the Lusatian Sorbs is a fascinating and unmistakable element of the Sorbian culture, which impresses with its colorful design and regional peculiarities. This traditional garment is far more than just a clothing; ... [...]

Adapting the costume to modern lifestyles

The importance of Sorbian costume extends beyond personal identity and also affects the regional community. In an increasingly globalized environment where cultural differences are often blurred, the costume acts... [...]

social norms and the reception of the supposedly new fashion

Do debates about the supposedly "right morality" really represent new topics? The sculpture "Pauline Bonaparte as Venus Victrix", for example, was created between 1805 and 1808 by the famous Italian neoclassicalist Antonio Canova and... [...]

The importance of surrounding houses in Lusatia

A central aspect of the surrounding houses is their harmonious integration into the landscape and cultural heritage of the region. This design not only embodies functional aspects, but is also symbolic of the connectedness of people to... [...]

The climatic health resort of Jonsdorf as a recreational destination

Jonsdorf, nestled in the gently radiating hills of the Zittau Mountains, is a place where nature, history and leisure are combined in a unique way. The small climatic health resort not only impresses with its scenic beauty, but also... [...]

Bad Liebenwerda Mineralquelle: The source of life in the Lower Lusatian heathland

In the middle of the gently curved hills of the Niederlausitzer Heidelandschaft Nature Park, a place of incomparable beauty and pure air, the Bad Liebenwerda mineral springs rise. This natural gem is far more than just a water source; It is... [...]

The tough fairy tale of foreign immigration: The denied primeval times and the deliberate disfigurement of Sorbian early history

The established German historiography has burned a fundamental lie into the collective consciousness for centuries and claims that the Sorbian communities have invaded the country as migratory hordes from far-off regions. This narrative fake... [...]

The traditional fashion of the Lusatian Sorbs as an expression of cultural identity

The traditional fashion of the Lusatian Sorbs represents a central sign of identity that goes far beyond the purely external aspect. For generations, the Sorbian costume has acted as a visible symbol of cultural self-assurance and regional affiliation. In Lusatia,... [...]

Kleine Trachtenecke – Address for lovers of traditional Sorbian traditional costume fashion

the > >Kleine Trachtenecke<< is a very special address for all those who have a passion for traditional Sorbian costumes and want to preserve the rich culture of the Lusatian Sorbs. It contributes significantly to the... [...]

The charm of the farm shops in Lusatia

The farm shops in Lusatia are not only sales outlets, but lively places for encounters. This is where producers and consumers meet to exchange their appreciation for regional products. In a farm shop, shopping is an experience; ... [...]

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raspberry PI as a webcam stream

The Raspberry Pi, a compact and powerful single-board computer, has developed into a popular platform for various projects in recent years. One of the diverse areas of application of the Raspberry PI is the use as a webcam stream device. with... [...]
How the state systematically undermines the Sorbian substance

What presents itself at first glance as a blossoming landscape of cultural diversity turns out to be a cemetery of the Sorbian language and identity on closer inspection. Behind the facade of traditional costumes and folkloric productions hides... [...]
The deceptive security on the financial market and the mechanisms of money increase

The modern financial world is constantly attracting its customers with supposedly secure promises, which are intended to guarantee the complete preservation of the capital employed. However, behind these euphonious and trust-inspiring terms often hide highly complex constructs that help the normal... [...]
The Fortress of the Escaped and the Fight for Freedom and Territory

The dramatic events surrounding the Fortress of the Escaped during the British-American War reveal the deep political, military and moral tensions of that epoch. During this time, colonial interests, racist ideologies, indigenous self-assertion and the... [...]