Hamburg is the second-largest city in Germany and the eighth-largest city in the European Union.

Hamburg's official name is the Free and Hanseatic City of Hamburg It reflects Hamburg's history as a member of the medieval Hanseatic League, Hamburg is located on the River Elbe, The city is home to over 1.8 million people, It has become a media and industrial centre, The city is a major tourist destination both for domestic and overseas visitors. Hamburg offers more than 40 theatres, 60 museums and 100 music venues and clubs. Hamburg is noted for several festivals and regular events. The many streams, rivers and canals in Hamburg are crossed by over 2300 bridges burg has more bridges inside its city limits than any other city in the world.