Berlin is the capital and largest city in Germany. It is world-renowned for its history and vibrant mix of culture and science. Tourism is a growing part of the city’s economy as millions of visitors travel to the city each year. You can tour the sights by day and participate in the social scene by night. Berlin is an eclectic blend of old world charm and modern, cosmopolitan excitement.
Berlin offers an opulent mix of palaces, museums, cafes, clubs and numerous other points of interest. After reunification in 1989, Berlin became a focal point for art, multimedia, design and music. The city is also a center of science and research. Although ravaged in the final years of World War II and divided during the Cold War, the city has done a wonderful job reconstructing itself. Visitors can experience the medieval buildings near Alexanderplatz and the modern steel and glass edifices of the Potsdamer Platz.
The “Museuminsel” or museum island has extensive ancient Egyptian, Greek, Islamic and Middle Eastern artifacts. You can also tour museums that display modern and pre-Columbian art, pay tribute to the holocaust and reveal the intrigue and tensions of the Cold War at Check Point Charlie and the remains of the Berlin Wall. The numerous private art galleries within the city give visitors an insight into the modern art scene. The ancient churches reveal the architectural trends that occurred over the history of the city. From the bell tower of the Berliner Dom cathedral, guests can experience wonderful views of the city. Even more impressive is that after a day of sightseeing, you can enjoy a meal and an awe-inspiring panoramic vista of the city from the rotating café atop the Alexanderplatz TV tower.
Guests to the city can visit the Berlin Zoo, the former home of Knut the polar bear cub. The zoo has Panda bears and many other animal species. You will also enjoy the nearby aquarium which is housed in one of the city’s many historical buildings. Here, you will see a variety of fish and marine mammals. Visitors will also enjoy the many parks, gardens and open spaces within the city as places of relaxation and solitude.
Berlin is a major gateway city that is serviced by major airlines. It is accessible by air, train and automobile. You can travel into the city from major German and European cities by train or via the autobahn. Once in the city, guests can travel by an extensive network of public transportation including the subway and buses.
Over the last twenty years, Berlin has combined business and glamour with the past and the present to produce a mesmerizing energy that drives the city into the future.
If you’re planning a trip to Germany, you should look into Berlin apartment rentals. You can save up to 50% on your Berlin accommodation when you compare the costs to staying in a hotel. Apartments also give yout he convenience of having access to a kitchen and being in great locations close to many tourist sights.