🏢 The Munich Intercom That Made the Region Laugh: The Exodus Scene
The scene recorded on the intercom of a building in Munich spread like wildfire on social networks and became a hit, making the entire region laugh. A perfect illustration is hidden behind a seemingly ordinary intercom how Balkan is present in the capital of Bavaria.
On the list of tenants, one after the other, there are surnames: Vidojković, Sretenović, Vuleta, Spahić, Bikić, Džaferović, Bosančić, Jaćimović, Hot – and only one, the only typical German surname: Mayer.
It was this combination of Balkan surnames and just one German surname that caught the attention of thousands of internet users. The photo, originally posted on the Facebook page “Humor 24 sata,” went viral as people from all over the former Yugoslavia immediately recognized “their” surnames and humorously commented on the scene.
Witty Comments: "Mayer, don't give up!"“
Photo description, “Mayer, don't give up.“", started an avalanche of witty comments that perfectly describe the Balkan ingenuity:
- “Mayer speaks Albanian”
- “"Mayer must be the owner of the building"”
- “"Mayer married a Bosnian woman, he's done sooner or later"”
- “"Everything is made by Germans, dammit"”
- “"The only foreigner in his building"”
These reactions ensured that the announcement spread rapidly, confirming that this anecdote best demonstrates how numerous the diaspora from the former Yugoslavia is in Germany and Munich.
📈 Facts: How big is the Ex-Yu diaspora in Munich?
Although the intercom story is humorous, it is based on very serious demographic facts. Munich is traditionally one of the most popular cities for immigrants from the Balkans, especially since the "Guest Worker Wave" of the 1960s, and the last major wave of migration after 2013 (the opening of the German labor market).
The numbers that say it all:
According to official statistics from the city of Munich and the Federal Statistical Office (Destatis), the number of people with origins from the countries of the former Yugoslavia is extremely high:
- Total Population of Munich: Munich has about 1.5 million inhabitants.
- Large Communities: Together, citizens Croatia, Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, North Macedonia i Kosovothey form one of the most numerous foreign communities in the city.
- Croats: The community with a Croatian passport in Munich is estimated at approx 35,000 to 40,000 of registered persons, which is one of the largest Croatian communities outside the homeland.
- Bosnians and Herzegovinians and Serbs: Communities from Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia are also extremely numerous, often on a par with the Croatian community. When the second generation (people with a migration background) is also taken into account, the figure rises to over 180,000 people which have their roots in the former Yugoslavia.
According to official statistics Federal Statistical Office (Destatis), the number of people with origins in the countries of the former Yugoslavia is extremely high. [Anchor Text: Federal Statistical Office (Destatis) | URL: https://www.destatis.de/]
H3: Why is Munich a magnet for the Balkans?
Several factors contribute to Munich being the “Balkan capital of Germany”:
- Economy: Bavaria and Munich offer an exceptionally strong labor market, especially in industry, crafts, and healthcare, which attracts a qualified workforce.
- Proximity: The distance from Munich to Zagreb, Sarajevo, Belgrade or Ljubljana is relatively short, which makes frequent trips home easier.
- Culture: Munich is known for its openness, and the presence of restaurants, clubs, and cultural centers run by people from the former Yugoslavia makes adaptation easier.
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💡 Conclusion: More than the Diaspora itself
The picture of a Munich intercom is more than just a joke; it has become symbol of successful integration and proof that people from the former Yugoslavia have become an indispensable part of Munich. They not only live and work in Bavaria, but are its residents who contribute to its culture, economy and, of course, urban folklore.
The surname Mayer may be in the minority in that building, but it is certain that the smell of sarma, barbecue and the sound of favorite songs from the region make Munich a much warmer and more diverse place to live.
