Life and Work in Central Germany

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The Central German economic region around the cities of Halle and Leipzig has experienced a remarkable boom in recent years. Many renowned German and international companies have invested here and created a thousands of jobs. The chemical industry has a long-standing tradition in Central Germany and enjoys great support from the local community. It has developed into the region's most important industry sector and offers a wide range of education opportunities in the chemical and plastics industries.

However, it is not just the excellent working conditions that have made Central Germany an extremely attractive region. Halle and Leipzig also have a rich and diverse cultural life. The world famous Gewandhaus and the Bach and Handel festivals enthral hundreds of thousands of music lovers every year. Bozh cities have a scientific tradition going back to centuries that lives on today in modern universities, universities of applied science, colleges of art and international research institutes. In addition, full educational facilities for children from pre-school through secondary school are provided for the next generation by schools such as the English language Leipzig International School.

The places of interest and leisure facilities further afield are well worth a visit: the Bauhaus in Dessau, the Dessau-Wörtlitz Garden Realm, the Old Town of Quedlinburg and the Lutherstätten in Wittenberg and Eisleben (places with a close association with Martin Luther) were awarded world cultural heritage status by UNESCO. And the numerous recreational areas nearby well-tended rivers and lakes provide a perfect spot to unwind with friends and family.