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Local residents are distinguished by quite an original nature and rich culture, unique traditions and customs that do not cease to amaze foreign travelers. Despite the fact that Garmisch-Partenkirchen is visited by a huge number of travelers from different countries of the world, local residents are quite restrained while dealing with foreigners. Any person, who does not communicate in their native dialect, is usually called a "Prussian” and is treated in an alert manner. Even residents of the nearby towns are foreigners to the indigenous population, but they instantly respect people who try to communicate in their native language and are interested in their local culture.
It should be noted that the national dialect in Garmisch-Partenkirchen is also quite peculiar and original. Once you get to one of the markets of Garmisch, you will not understand even a half of words from the conversation of local merchants, even if you speak German fluently. The habits of local residents are also quite unusual, and, most importantly, unwavering. When ordering a portion of your favorite Bavarian sausages to beer, they will certainly eat them with their hands. This is not a sign of bad education, but a tribute to the tradition. The national dish called "weisswurst" (white sausage) can be eaten by hand only. Foreigners, who try to eat "weisswurst" with a knife and fork, will surely surprise the locals who will look at them as "vandals".
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