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Germany is full of surprises, but few cities capture the heart quite like Dresden. Often called 'Florence on the Elbe,' this is the capital of Saxony—a place where Prussian grandeur meets Italian elegance. But Dresden’s beauty is more than skin deep. Just 80 years ago, this skyline was completely leveled. Today, it stands as a masterpiece of reconstruction and resilience. The Frauenkirche (Church of Our Lady) in Dresden is a world-renowned Baroque masterpiece and a powerful symbol of peace and reconciliation. Originally built between 1726 and 1743 by architect George Bähr, it was destroyed during the Allied firebombing of Dresden in World War II and lay in ruins for nearly 50 years before being meticulously reconstructed after German reunification. The New Market Square is the historical and architectural heart of Dresden's Old Town. Known for its distinct Baroque charm, the square is centered around the iconic Frauenkirche and serves as a premier gathering place for culture, dining, and shopping. Martin Luther Statue is located in the square. It is a bronze statue of the reformer that has stood in the square since 1885; it famously remained upright amidst the 1945 rubble. The Zwinger is a world-renowned Baroque palatial complex, celebrated as one of Germany's most significant architectural monuments. Commissioned by Augustus the Strong and designed by architect Matthäus Daniel Pöppelmann between 1710 and 1728, it was originally intended as an orangery and a setting for lavish court festivities. To understand Dresden, you must understand Augustus the Strong (Friedrich August first). He is the "Architect of Dresden," he shaped the city into the "Florence on the Elbe". Augustus was obsessed with prestige. After becoming the King of Poland, he wanted a capital that rivaled Versailles. Café Algarotti is a stylish and artistic café located within the Old Masters Picture Gallery in the Semper building of the Zwinger Palace. It is situated on the second floor (upper level) and offers a refined atmosphere for museum visitors to rest amidst world-class art. The Semperoper is arguably Germany’s most famous and prestigious opera house. Located in the heart of Dresden's Theatre Square (Theaterplatz), it serves as the home of the Saxon State Opera and the Saxon State Orchestra (one of the world's oldest and finest orchestras). We move to the Fürstenzug, or the Procession of Princes. It’s a 102-meter mural made of 23,000 Meissen porcelain tiles. Miraculously, it survived the war almost untouched. It depicts a thousand years of Saxon rulers, and the detail is so sharp you can see the expressions on their faces." As the sun begins to dip, we head to Brühl’s Terrace, known as the 'Balcony of Europe.' Walking along this elevated promenade gives you the iconic 'Canaletto View'—the same skyline that painters have been obsessed with for centuries. It’s the perfect spot to just breathe and watch the steamships roll down the Elbe." The Kunsth of passage is a vibrant, creative network of five themed courtyards. Completed in 2001, this art revitalization project transformed once-mundane apartment backyards into a hub of colorful architecture, independent boutiques, and artist studios.