Potsdam is the largest city in the Brandenburg district, with a population of around 183,000. The oceanic climate, the glorious history, and the combination of cultures of different peoples harmoniously merged in one municipality. Since the beginning of the 7th century, the metropolis began its development and continues to grow until now.

In 1685, Potsdam became the center of European immigration and absorbed the culture with UNESCO world heritage sites. Visitors can walk through lovely parks and enjoy the local nature and lake system. In particular, San Suni Park in the west of the town, with the royal residence and botanical garden, attracts tourists with its grandeur. In addition, the city is dotted with imperial palaces, ancient churches, and the Gate of Fortune, which complement the walking tours and are an obligatory part of the cultural program. The two-street Dutch Quarter is a unique European building ensemble consisting of about 150 houses built in the 1730s under the leadership of Jan Bowman.

In the 19th century, Potsdam became the scientific center of Germany and continued this tradition until modern times. Today, the municipality has three state academies, the University of Potsdam, and 30 research institutes. In addition, the Konrad Wolf Film University of Babelsberg has been a leading center of the German film industry since its birth. Several research foundations include the Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Polymer Research and Biomedical Engineering. Furthermore, high-quality training of personnel in the field of bioengineering and medicine allowed the city to develop high-quality services in health care. In particular, since 1994, Sanssouci Clinic Potsdam has attracted patients worldwide for the minimally invasive and modern treatment of spine and joint problems, neurosurgical diseases, and gender reassignment.

The outstanding contribution of Potsdam to the culture and development of Germany, the multicultural past, and the rich natural resources allow tourists to get unforgettable impressions and visit the atmosphere of an authentic European vacation.

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