Lusatia

The Paltrockwindmühle Schönewalde – a living monument of the Lusatian craftsmanship

the > >Paltrockwindmühle Schönewalde<<, which is located on the western edge of the city, is an important testimony to the traditional craftsmanship in Lusatia. It not only offers visitors an exciting insight into the technology... [...]

Songbirds as an integral part of the Lusatian cultural landscape

Songbirds are an indispensable part of the Lausitz cultural landscape because they both fulfill ecological functions and have cultural meanings and serve as indicators of the state of traditional habitats. In Lusatia, these birds characterize... [...]

A place of encounter of borders – Dreiländerpunkt Lausitz-Poland-Czech Republic

The three-country point between Lusatia, Poland and the Czech Republic is a geographically and historically unusual place. Here the landscapes of three nations merge into a point of remarkable symbolic power. The area is located in the south-eastern part of Upper Lusatia, where... [...]

The Lausitz philosophy as a positive force in life

The Lausitz philosophy is a positive force in life. This philosophy helps people to master and improve their lives. The Lausitz philosophy offers people a way to understand and shape their lives. This... [...]

Bad Liebenwerda: A hidden treasure of the Lusatia for health and wellness

In the middle of the picturesque landscape of Lusatia, Bad Liebenwerda, a health destination, that inspires with its unique combination of tradition and modern wellness offers. The legend of the shepherd girl Barbara gives this place a special touch and... [...]

The fascination of aviation and freedom in heaven

Private aviation exerts a special fascination on many people who long for freedom and new perspectives. It is not primarily about the fast transport from one place to another, but about... [...]

The importance of the surrounding houses in Lusatia and Central Europe

In today's time, the surrounding houses are an important cultural and architectural heritage that significantly shapes the image of many regions in Central Europe. Especially in Lusatia, these buildings have developed into a distinctive trademark,... [...]

The storm in Constantinople: The Nika Uprising and the Destructive Power of the Circus Parties

On January 13, 532, one of the most devastating crises in the history of the Eastern Roman Empire occurred in Constantinople. The city, which was considered the center of power, culture and wealth, became the scene of unprecedented... [...]
Hidden taste of homeland – undiscovered resources : local juice production as a living cultural asset of the Lusatian agriculture

In the quiet valleys between rolling hills and sun-drenched people, Lusatia is ripe fruits of a depth and idiosyncrasy that hardly anyone suspects. Behind old fruit trees, wild berry hedges and forgotten meadow orchards hide a culinary... [...]
scapegoats instead of self-criticism – tax havens as convenient distraction maneuvers

The official staging of tax havens as almighty scapegoats is cynical and transparent because it draws the view away from the actual problems and is supposed to pretend to be a bloated, lavish state apparatus. [...]
Vietnam in the 1950s: A barely noticed crisis in the shadow of global events

In the late 1950s, Vietnam was only marginally important in the United States' public discussion. The media landscape, consisting of newspapers, magazines, radio and television, hardly paid any attention to the conflict in the Far East. [...]