Leipzig is not only famous because of its long trade fair tradition but also because of its multifaceted music and cultural scene. Owing to its unique system of passageways, the historic city centre exudes a distinctive flair. Stylish boutiques and top department stores invite visitors to shop and stroll. Most of the city’s sights are located within walking distance, e. g. the Old Town Hall, St. Thomas Church, St. Nicholas Church, diverse museums and galleries. Cultural enjoyment is among others provided by the Gewandhaus, the Leipzig Opera or the world-famous St. Thomas Boys Choir.
From May 17 through 20, 20,000 guests from all over the world come to Leipzig to join WGT, the annual Wave-Gotik-Treffen (Wave Goth Meeting), the world’s biggest meeting of the so-called “goth scene”. Hundreds of concerts and a wide-ranging cultural programme (readings, theatre, cinema, lectures, medieval markets and much more) will be offered all over the city.
For Leipzig and surrounding region, October 2013 is all about commemorating, celebrating and participating. In autumn of 1813, with the Battle of the Nations the so-calles Wars of Liberation against Napoleon's troops reached their climax just outside the city. 100 years later, the Völkerschlachtdenkmal (Monument to the Battle of the Nations) was inaugurated.
Wagner lovers and those who want to find out more about the young Wagner should come to Leipzig in 2013. The city celebrates the 200th anniversary of its greatest son. The programme includes numerous concerts and opera performances, a music festival in May and the opening of a new permanent Richard Wagner exhibition in the Old St. Nicholas School on 21 May 2013.
The WorldSkills competition venue will be held at the Leipzig market square place in July 2013 themed “Meet.Greet.Celebrate.” Visitors can expect exciting days in the heart of Leipzig. During the day the main topics are related to education and career orientation.
Discover a piece of wilderness at the Leipzig Zoo. Experience the tropical world of "Gondwanaland" and discover the three continents of Africa, America and Asia under one roof. 2 nights accommodation, sightseeing, admission to Leipzig Zoo and Gondwanaland ...
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Attention, ladies! Flashy footwear is on display in the exhibition "Stepping Into the Limelight! Experimental Shoe Design" (until September 29, 2013) at the GRASSI Museum of Applied Arts.
Leipzig is a long-established transport and communications hub. Leipzig provides a wide range of options for getting to the city: by car, by rail and by air.
