Leipzig (pronounced Lipe-tsig), situated in the heart of eastern Germany. Leipzig city has a population of about 494,000. It is an perfect place to discover the wonders of the new European Community. Leipzig is a rich cultural mecca of the arts and letters in addition to being a commercial, trade, and financial center.

Leipzig is also a beautiful and old city in Germany. St. Thomaskirche, the church where Bach ever played the organ, is worth paying a visit. Mozart and Mendelssohn also performed in the church, and Wagner was christened in the church in 1813. The major tourist attractions are Museum der Bildenden Künste, Leipzig Zoo, Museum in der Runden Ecke and Altes Rathaus.