Hi, let me present to you Berlin, which has always been characterized as a historical, diverse and recovering city. Take a walking tour with us and take a closer look at the most intriguing changes which Berlin underwent and can tell secrets of these changes!
1. From Divided to United: Berlin Wall
The former instrument of division, or the best known one anyway, the Berlin Wall is today a symbol of unification. Begin your experience with a trip to the East Side Gallery; colorful murals painted over parts of the wall present significant messages of transformation.
Proceed your walk towards the CheckPoint Charlie, a sign of border crossing between East and West Berlin. Interact with locals and learn all about their hardships for a better feel of the people of Berlin and what they went through.
2. Contemporary Architectural Marvels
Berlin’s skyline showcases a seamless blending of old and new. While walking through the city, you will find landmarks; visit one of them – the Reichstag Building, for example. This work of architecture of glass and steel reflects Berliner’s intention to amalgamate the past and present.
On the same list is Potsdamer Platz, an active square now, but which was heavily bombed during World War II. Today it symbolizes Berlin’s planned city as well as futuristic buildings, active shopping malls and working entertainments.
3. The Resurgence of Cultural Hubs
The change at Berlin is not only physical in its nature. It has redeployed itself as an international arts hub, with literally hundreds of museums, galleries and performance venues.
You should go to Museum Island as it is a UNESCO place of interest where you find five top international museums specializing in fine art, ethnography, the city’s history and architecture. Unlike the more famous Hackescher Markt square, which may appear rather touristy, the nearby Hackesche Höfe with covered arcades reminiscent of Spanish architecture is packed with shops, cafes, galleries and other fresh, creative spaces.
4. The Green Oasis: Tempelhofer Feld
Berlin is proud of many green areas, and Tempelhofer Feld is one of the examples of how the city cares about the preservation of natural territories. Now a gigantic city park, the site is a strange sports facility that makes for a peculiar attraction as people can rent a bike, have a barbecue, or just sightsee.
5. Kreuzberg: A Tapestry of Cultures
It goes without saying that your walking tour shouldn’t be complete without a visit to Kreuzberg; it’s a multicultural district which is admired for that. This colourful neighborhood retails trendy restaurants of the Global & multi-ethnicity fusion food, exclusive fashion stores, and active nightlife.
As usual I would like to advise you to taste some tasty Turkish fast foods in the most crowded Turkish Market that you should not miss. Try a wide variety of dishes at any time of the day, starting with a freshly baked bread to a cup of aromatic spices and beer and enjoy the colorful ID of the etno multicultural Berlin.
Conclusion
Berlin’s transformation is a picture of history and the effectiveness in reconstruction. During this walking tour you have seen the process of division to unity of the city, learn about the architectural side of the city, have fun in the green lung of Berlin, and feel the multicultural atmosphere of the district called Kreuzberg.
When you happen to be parting from the capital of Germany, leading this quiz shall leave behind not merely the historical surveys but also the experience which would help you discover a new bowling within you.
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