Berlin’s techno culture and mountaineering in Saxony are now part of Germany’s intangible cultural heritage after the federal and state culture ministers expanded the nationwide list to reflect this. The German capital has been famous for its techno music scene for decades, with many tourists visiting specifically for the city’s nightlife, while Saxon mountaineering has been based on the principle of “free climbing” without the use of artificial aids since 1910. In addition to climbing and safety techniques, the local rules also provide for the protection and preservation of nature. The singin…