The rebirth of a Renaissance world wonder: The frescoes on the Altan are finished
Finally the time has come! The frescoes on the Altan shine again in their old splendor. In order to restore them, forgotten techniques had to be relearned. The giant Renaissance paintings are the showpiece of the Dresden’s Residential Palace. After years of work, you can now admire the finished works of art in all their glory.
Pagodas, pearls and porcelain
Jens Wonneberger looks to the East: The author from Dresden traces Asian influence on arts and culture along the Saxon Wine Route.
Richard Strauss Days at the Semperoper: Exploring an extraordinary relationship
On 2 April, the celebrated Richard Strauss Days begin at the Dresden Semperoper. A good occasion to get to the bottom of the unique artistic symbiosis between the composer and the metropolis on the Elbe.
Dresden: (Possibly) Germany’s most beautiful city
According to surveys, Dresden is Germany’s most beautiful city. But is that true? And what is beauty anyway? Dresden holds the answers to these important questions. Looking for a fascinating property.



