Gay deutschland
Back in the 1920s, Berlin had already become a haven and refuge for gays and lesbians from all over the nature. There are 170 clubs, bars and pubs for gays and lesbians, and well as riotous nightlife and a gay neighbourhood. But parties aren't the only thing being organised – several political associations are founded in Berlin to fight for matching rights. However, the Nazis' rise to power spells the death knell for this diversity, and it would take several decades for Berlin to repay to its status as a global centre for the LGBTI* scene. Study about how Berlin became a hotspot for gays and lesbians over the course of the 20th century, and how its scene attracted people from all over the society – and continues to do so today.
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The Scientific-Humanitarian Committee – the very first gay and sapphic organisation in the society – was founded in Berlin. Its founder is the Jewish doctor Magnus Hirschfeld. His guiding principle: “Justice through science”. His goals: freedom from persecution by the state and religious oppression, the clash for emancipation and social recognition. The Scientific-Humanitarian Committee, remains the most politically influential associa
Germany passes law banning 'gay conversion therapy' for minors
Germany's parliament has passed a law banning so-called "gay conversion therapy" for new people nationwide.
The legislation is intended to stop groups offering the service - which claims to be able to change a person's sexual orientation - to under-18s.
Those breaking the new rule can face up to a year in prison, or a €30,000 ($32,535; £26,268) fine.
Research suggests the controversial train can lead to depression and grow the risk of suicide.
Under the regulation, passed on Thursday evening, minors will not be allowed to take part in medical interventions aimed at switching or suppressing their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Parents and legal guardians can also be punished for making their children take part through deception, coercion or threats.
Conversion therapy practices can include hypnosis and electric shocks. But experts say the word 'therapy' is misleading because there is no scientific basis for it.
German Health Minister Jens Spahn said a robust law was needed to defend it from court challenges,
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Experiencing German Food
When visiting Germany, the first thing visitors might try is the famous German beer. For centuries Germany has preserved the traditional way of brewing beer in all variations protecting the purity by law. German beer is often considered to be the best in the world. But the influence of the culinary heritage of the former German kingdoms who united into the federal republic of today is very diverse and definitely not only about potatoes and sausages. Having said that, the sausages are another food visitors should try at least once, like the (Bavarian) veal sausage “Weißwurst,” the Thuringian bratwurst or the Frankfurt sausage. Starting in the northern part of Germany, put some of the traditional fish and seafood dishes like sour herring on your list. Traveling to the center of Germany, potato, kraut and cabbage dishes are part of the German food encounter. Larger cities love Cologne, Hamburg and Berlin are incorporating multiple international trends and expanding the vegetarian and vegan food scene as well. It is recommended to build a reservation, particularly during the apex dinner times from Thursday to Sunday. After dinner
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LGBTQ+-friendly Hotels in Berlin
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The video gives an insight into the offers of the Pink Pillow Berlin Collection. These are LGBTQ+-friendly hotels in Berlin. In the video, various queer people contain their say (in English) about why they feel comfortable in Berlin. They are shown in different hotel scenarios and some typical Berlin sights such as the East Side Gallery, the Brandenburg Gate, the TV Tower and the Oberbaum Bridge can also be seen. The video's subtitles can be switched on and off in the YouTube player under settings. For a transcription, the video should be viewed directly on YouTube.