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Culture
Many important cultural assets have been created in Saxony over the centuries.
The handicraft produces objects of folk art that are known far beyond Saxony's borders, such as Meissen porcelain, Seiffner woodwork and Plauen lace. Also in the architecture a lot of famous things were created. The Saxon electors left behind impressive buildings and art collections. These include historic buildings such as the Dresden Zwinger or Moritzburg Castle, but also many other magnificent buildings. The collected art treasures as well as important classical and modern paintings can be admired in the many museums. The Semper Opera House in Dresden is one of the most famous opera houses in Germany. Many famous musicians come from Saxony such as Richard Wagner (born 22 May 1813 in Leipzig, died 13 February 1883 in Venice, Italy). But Saxony does not only have old cultural assets to offer. Modern movements such as Expressionism also have their origins in Saxony. Also some famous writers like Erich Kästner (born 23 February 1899 in Dresden, died 29 July 1974 in Munich) and Karl May come from Saxony (born 25 February 1842 in Ernstthal, died 30 March 1912 in Radebeul).