Germany, in Central Europe, is an economic powerhouse known for Berlin’s edgy vibe, Munich’s Oktoberfest, and the Rhine Valley’s castles. From the Brothers Grimm to BMW, it blends fairy-tale charm with precision engineering, leading in autos, tech, and renewables. Its history—unification, division, and reunification—shapes a federal system and progressive outlook. Germany’s forests, beer culture, and Christmas markets add a cozy layer to its modern might.