16 weird facts about Germany

Germany is famous for being an old and outdated ethical country, a country that comes out of books, but still has a lot of weird things.

Honestly, the gears don't always fit together. Because it turned out, there are many weird and eccentric things going on at the border of Vaterland. Here are 16 facts that open the eyes of this old Germany.

1. On the first day of class 1, each child will receive a cone bag filled with toys and candy

Germany is not the only country but Australia and the Czech Republic have a similar tradition.

The Schultüte, a traditional object of the 1800s, children received toys when they started school to celebrate "a serious life".

When starting to return to work after a vacation, it was indeed too much for the workers in Germany. These days are not just for children, but sometimes we also see video games or phones in cones. In fact, Germany is not the only country but Australia and the Czech Republic have a similar tradition.

2. Drinking alcohol and beer in public places is legal

In Germany, from 14, you can drink beer and wine if you have custody of a parent.

Saying the whole German law of drunkenness is very lax. In fact, at the age of 14, you were able to drink beer or take a drink "in the company of the guardian". This means, just have a parent, as long as it's not the gatekeeper in Billy Madison.

3. Free college for everyone (even non-German)

German colleges are completely free.

Just a few months ago, Lower Saxony was the last state to drop public university tuition. Now even international students can get it for free. But you still have to pay for your red Solo cup.

4. The government may (and will) reject strange baby names

Under German law, one's gender must be clear by name. Therefore, civil status registration offices, or Standesamt (judicial department in Germany), can refuse the name without complying. The procedure of renaming can be a very expensive process, so that's why many parents choose traditional names like Michael and Maria. Basically, Frank Zappa will never be able to have children in Germany.

5. Prostitution is legal

In Germany, prostitution is the oldest occupation within the law.

Back in 2002, Germany declared prostitution to be the world's oldest occupation within the law, paving the way for everything from brothels to car sex services in bulkhead areas. .

6. Everything is closed on Sunday

You know, except church and brothels, everything is closed on Sunday. Don't expect anything to go shopping for errands or complete shopping on holidays. On the other hand, do not think that you can stay at home and refurbish your house, even it is illegal to drill a wall on Sunday. Therefore, your frame must wait until the second day to hang on the wall. Sunday is just for fun.

7. The prime minister has his own Barbie doll

German Chancellor Angela Merkel has a model for her own Barbie doll.

To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Mattel, the company came up with the idea of ​​a model of German Prime Minister, Angela Merkel, a sporty, practical hairstyle that fits with power and commensurate features to begin with. . But unfortunately, her partner, Joachim Sauer, doesn't look the same as Ken. Probably because "Joachim and Angela" doesn't sound very good compared to "Ken and Barbie".

8. The Government pays for sex relations for people with disabilities

In Germany, a subsidy includes expenses for people with disabilities paid for sex. Therefore, not only prostitution is legal, but it is also part of your welfare check. There are even places that train certified sex workers to "certify eligibility and support for sex".

9. When you celebrate someone's birthday earlier, this is considered a bad sign

Celebrate an early birthday of someone with bad luck in Germany.

It is said that German people think quite nicely - "You should not pray until night falls" . It means that you should not be too sure about something until it happens, because following them if you do, then it will not happen. So happy birthday someone means they will not have a birthday, or more details, that they will die.

10. Germany is eliminating nuclear power plants

After the incident at Fukushima, Angela Merkel's government representative announced that it would close all nuclear power plants by 2022. Instead, Germany pledged to develop the renewable energy industry. A decade from now, at that time, there will be kids watching the Simpsons Family movie and wondering how those people whose minds are not developed will work in places?

11. Ticket vending machines for prostitution are real

Road vending machines where prostitutes have to buy a ticket to work.

Cities in Bonn have set up vending machines in the streets, where prostitutes have to buy a ticket to work. Without this ticket, they can be fined or banned by the police.

12. In Germany, "Thank you" means no

If someone asks you "Do you want to drink water?" and you answer "Danke" ("Thank you" ) in German , it means "No thanks". But if you say "Bitte" ("Please" - German) it means yes.

In short, saying " Thank you" means no and "Please" means yes. Good luck when you intend to flirt with someone.

13. They make cakes with Fanta soft drinks

Fanta cakes are easy to make and also very delicious.

You probably remember the orange soda at the birthday party? Are these basically made of cocaine chips for 8 years? In Germany it is a special ingredient of a popular dessert called Fantakuchen . Translated as Fanta cake , it's easy to make and also very delicious.

14. Opening the window is the cause of the disease

Never think about letting some air flow into your home. This is quite a common belief in Vaterland, fresh air through an open window can carry illnesses such as joint pain or flu.

But it is still a step behind the belief in death caused by Korean fans.

15. Raising the middle finger is illegal

In Germany, "rotten fingers" is an extremely taboo.

"Rotten fingers" is an extremely taboo. Another driver may even denounce your driver's license if they see you greeting them with a finger, resulting in a police invitation and of course a fine.

16. They are addicted to "Dinner for One".

This is a British joke from the 60s broadcast New Year's Eve every year across the country. It is actually the most frequently repeated TV program, although not shown in the UK (where it is ironic) or America.