Germany is a democratic parliamentary federal republic, made up of 16 states (Bundesländer), which in certain spheres act independently of the federation. Historically consisting of several sovereign nations with their own history, language (distinct dialects), culture and religion, Germany was unified as a nation state during the Franco-Prussian War in 1870/1871.
The Federal Republic of Germany is a member state of the United Nations, NATO, the G8 and the G4 nations, and is a founding member of the European Union. It is the European Union's most populous and most economically powerful member state.
Wine Event: Riesling Worldwide - German Rieslings, alongside those from other countries, will be tasted live in Geisenheim, Rheingau, Germany at an event broadcast live over the Internet. Website covers the calendar of events, links and general information.
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