Bautzen

　　Bautzen is a town in the eastern part of the Free State of Saxony, Germany. It serves as the capital of the Bautzen district and is located on the banks of the Spree River. It is often regarded as the unofficial historical capital of Upper Lusatia and is also the most important cultural center for the Sorbian people.

　　Bautzen boasts a well-preserved medieval city center, with numerous churches, towers, and city walls lining the Spree River. The river’s embankment structures, built in 1558, are among the oldest waterway facilities in Central Europe. St. Peter's Church is the only historically surviving interdenominational church in eastern Germany and remains a deeply sacred site, attracting pilgrims from many faiths. The city is home to four museums, including the notable Bautzen City Museum and the Sorbian Museum, which offer insights into the city’s history and Sorbian culture.

　　Bautzen Reason to visit: The most important cultural center for the Sorbian people Continent: Europe Country/Region: Germany State/Province: Free State of Saxony City: Bautzen