Germany underwent dramatic changes in the 20th century, including the World Wars and the reunification of East and West Germany in 1990. Despite these upheavals, German mythology and folklore have maintained a central place in national culture, with figures like the Lorelei and the Wild Hunt featured in modern narratives.Modern German literature and art continue to draw from ancient myths and local folklore, integrating them into contemporary themes. These mythical elements remain embedded in the cultural identity of Germany.