Chemnitz

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Chemnitz is a city in eastern Germany, situated in the federal state of Saxony. It is located near the northern foothills of the Ore Mountains. With a population of around 250,000, it is one of the larger cities in the region. The city has a rich industrial history and was formerly known as Karl-Marx-Stadt during the East Germany era. Chemnitz offers a mix of cultural sites, including the Chemnitz Opera, art museums, and a variety of architectural styles, ranging from modernist to historic buildings.