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Germany, officially the Federal Republic of Germany, is a country located in Central Europe. It is the second-most populous country in Europe and the eighth-most populous in the world. Germany is a federal parliamentary republic consisting of sixteen states. The capital and largest city is Berlin.

The country is bordered by Denmark to the north, Poland and the Czech Republic to the east, Austria and Switzerland to the south, and France, Luxembourg, Belgium, and the Netherlands to the west. Germany is a major economic and political power in Europe and the world. Its economy is the largest in Europe and the fourth-largest globally by nominal GDP.

German history is rich and complex, marked by periods of great achievement and significant conflict. It was a central player in both World War I and World War II. Following World War II, Germany was divided into West Germany and East Germany, reunifying in 1990.

Modern Germany is known for its strong democratic institutions, high standard of living, and significant contributions to science, technology, and the arts. The country is a founding member of the European Union and a member of the United Nations, NATO, and the G7. Its cultural heritage includes renowned philosophers, composers, writers, and scientists. The German landscape varies from the coasts of the North and Baltic Seas to the Alps in the south.