Discover Berlin (Germany)
Berlin is the vibrant capital of Germany, residing in the northeast along the banks of the River Spree.
In the past 20 years it has become one of Europe's most exciting cities. Shaped by its history and constantly evolving, its openness and bohemian attitude have turned it into a mesmerizing multicultural melting pot, with a dizzying collection of distinct neighbourhoods. Central Mitte's network of cobbled streets are lined with inviting boutiques and arty cafes that lead to Museum Island and the iconic Brandenburg Gate, standing proudly against the modern urban cityscape. Over in the fashionable areas of the moment, edgy Kreuzberg and stylish Friedrichshain, achingly hip bars and cafes are filled with trendy locals starting their evenings before heading to dance at one of the city's renowned nightclubs.
A million miles away, the upmarket western neighbourhood of Charlottenburg is a tranquil oasis of wide shopping boulevards such as the famous Kurf Rstendamm, and the stunning gardens of Tiergarten Park.
Berlin has recently become a popular place to visit for people of all ages and is a cultural hot spot for art, entertainment and business. There are many things to do in the city and one can often find themselves spending entire days simply wandering the streets and enjoying the incredible street art and architecture that can be found both in the cities central areas, as well as in the suburbs. Below we will outline a selection of things to do in this exciting and creative city. The Kunsthaus Tacheles is a large building that has been transformed from a shopping centre into a squat for artists and other creative individuals. The building has a number of floors, containing a selection of art galleries, a theatre, a cinema, and a beer garden.
There is also an open roof bar at the top of the building that overlooks the city and can be a great location to relax in during the summer.
The Absinth depot in Berlin is another location that will be popular with those that enjoy art and the history of art. This drink was often used by famous artists such as Van Gogh and Picasso before it was made illegal in a number of countries. It is now available again in Germany and can be found in this wonderful little shop. Visitors can find out more by visiting the website. The Berlin wall is an important historical monument which is located by the Eastside Gallery in the suburb of Friedrichshain-Kreuzberg. This is the longest stretch of the Berlin wall that is still standing and represents what was originally used to divide the Eastside and the west side of the city. Today the wall is covered in political graffiti and iconic imagery.
