Chemnitz is a City in the federal state of Saxony and is located about 150 km south of Dresden. The City has a population of around 240,000 and is an important business location in eastern Germany, particularly in the mechanical engineering and textile industries.

Chemnitz has a long history dating back to the Middle Ages and boasts numerous historical buildings and sights:

Chemnitz Castle: A Renaissance building from the 16th century, which now serves as a museum for art and cultural exhibitions.

The market square: The historic center of Chemnitz with many well-preserved neo-Gothic and neo-Renaissance buildings.

The Karl Marx Monument: An impressive statue of the philosopher and revolutionary Karl Marx in the center of the City.

Chemnitz Zoo: One of the oldest zoos in Deutschland with many animals from all over the world.

Botanical Garden: Tall park with botanical garden and butterfly house.

Kunstsammlungen Chemnitz: A museum with collections of contemporary and historical art.

The Chemnitz Opera: A theater for musical theater and drama.

Chemnitz has a lively cultural scene with many theaters, concert halls and museums. The City has numerous parks and green spaces as well as a rich gastronomic offering.