Dresden is the capital of the Free State of Saxony and lies about 40 km north of the Czech border. The main attraction of Dresden is the Baroque architectural gem, Zwinger, with its magnificent interiors and extensive art collections. Dresden is also a popular destination for shopping trips to purchase goods at bargain prices and visit branded outlets with high-quality, exclusive products. You can easily reach Dresden in an hour by train from the neighbouring border town of Sebnitz.