For two centuries, Dresden was known as the “Florence on the Elbe.” The city was called “The Jewel Box” because of its status as the most important cultural center of eastern Germany and home to one of the largest concentrations of late Baroque architectural masterpieces.
Dresden is perhaps better known for being largely demolished by firebombing in the closing months of World War II. Now, however, efforts to restore the city to its former greatness are underway and have already met with considerable success.
