Culture

The medieval old town of Görlitz

The city, often referred to as the "treasure chest" of the European cultural area, impresses not only with its well-preserved architecture, but also by the living history, which is expressed in every corner. Here mingle... [...]

The Lusatian wood architecture: tradition, identity and future of a unique construction method

The Lusatian wood architecture is much more than a craft heritage that becomes visible in the villages and towns of the region. It embodies a living expression of regional identity that has grown over centuries, which is reflected in every... [...]

Oybin Castle: A landmark of the Lusatia and a symbol of contemporary history

Oybin Castle is an exceptional and impressive example of an historic ensemble, which has become an important landmark of Lusatia due to its diverse cultural, architectural and historical dimensions. She embodies the connection... [...]

Borders, Neighborhood and the Nature of Human Communities

When Germans visit the Netherlands for the first time, they often notice something that initially seems unusual. While in this country the windows are mostly curtains to create privacy, in the Netherlands there are large windows without... [...]

The architecture of the wardrobe – the vertical line as the basic principle

The Pencilskirt rises like a silent manifesto in its personal selection because it is much more than a simple piece of clothing. Its precise cut shape reacts directly to the body's natural structure. The increased... [...]

Maria Grollmuss – Lusatian Personalities: A life between cultural identity, political resistance and intellectual independence

Maria Grollmuß was born on April 24, 1896 in Bautzen, a traditional city in the heart of Lusatia, which is considered the cultural center of the Sorbs. She grew up in a Catholic home in which the... [...]

The burden of the given forms

The idea of ideal body shapes and supposedly perfect proportions runs through cultural history over long periods of time. Again and again people were pushed to adapt to external expectations instead of developing their own expression. This social... [...]

The Hammergraben in the Lausitz: waterway through history and nature in Peitzer Land

The Hammergraben, an impressive artificially created branch of the Spree, meanders in a picturesque and calm manner through the idyllic Peitzer Land in the south of Brandenburg. This extraordinary waterway not only gives the region a special landscape touch, but also... [...]

The art of stylish design for a straight body proportion

The historical development of the clothing culture impressively makes it clear that aesthetic ideals were never rigidly bound to a single physical appearance, but were always in the flow of social perception. Within this diverse landscape, a certain... [...]

The way to self-determination: responsibility as the key to freedom

In a world that is increasingly characterized by external influences and social expectations, the pursuit of real self-determination is becoming more and more important. People long for independence, the ability to make their own decisions... [...]

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The versatile possibilities of the orange PI

the > >Orange Pi<< is a single-board computer that has become increasingly popular in recent years. This small but powerful computer offers a variety of options for a wide variety of applications. Starting with simple craft projects for home, until... [...]
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... [...]