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The Enduring City

An August 1998 trip to Dresden by camera-gal

Quote: Dresden has recreated its historic past since its bombing in World War II.
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With so much wonderful art, I found it hard to pass up Dresden since I was staying only an hour and a half away. My two tour guides, a mother and her daughter, wanted to show me the Hygene Museum which is rather interesting. It's like a roadside attraction so prevalent in America. Not that it is along the highway, but because the artifacts are so unusual. Altegemeister -- Priceless paintings by famous artists hang within the walls of this colossal building. Zwinger -- Beautiful architecture, wonderful fountains, great lawns Frauenkirche -- Destroyed during the war, but now being rebuilt. Shopping -- Great bargains. I got a dress for .50! McDonald's -- ...Read More