It was an industrial dispute which led to the creation of one of the world’s greatest orchestra ensembles,the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra. Since it’s beginnings in 1882 it has gone from strength to strength and is now considered to be the world’s second best orchestra ensemble behind Amsterdam’s Royal Concertgebouw.
Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
On the outskirts of Berlin, in the town of Oranienburg, remains a stark reminder of the horrors and atrocities perpetrated by the Nazi Regime, the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp. It is well worth a day trip from Berlin to visit what was built as a model concentration camp and became the administration centre for the entire camp network across Europe.
Apartment of the week in Berlin: the Kreuzberg II
The Kreuzberg II offers a fat, comfortable king size bed, as well as a substantial sofa-bed, making it a great option for a couple, small family or pair/small group of friends staying in Berlin. Things we love about this apartment in Berlin include (but are not limited to) its exposed beams, calm white walls, soft blond floor and trendy red kitchen.
Cake and coffee in the cafes in Berlin
When you think of Berlin, and Germany in general, the first eau-de-vie that comes to mind is probably not coffee. Famed for its beer halls, Berlin’s cafe culture is highly underrated. Kaffee und Küchen (“coffee and cake”) is a favourite national pastime, and stepping into one of the cafes in Berlin is entering a heady, fragrantly scented tradition of meeting friends and putting the world to rights over a brew. Here, we look at five of the best cafes in Berlin.
Potsdam, City of Palaces
Some 30km away from Berlin is Potsdam, an iconic city combining art and nature. It is dubbed one of the most beautiful cities in Germany, and is the perfect place to go on a trip from Berlin and spend an unforgettable day on holiday.
Apartment of the week in Berlin, the Diana
Now that September is approaching, Berlin awaits you. The city is commemorating the 50th anniversary of the construction of the Berlin Wall, which divided the city in two for decades, marking a difficult period in the history of the city.
The best gardens and parks in Berlin II
The list of parks in Berlin is endless, and each his its own attraction whether it’s for families, friends or couples. Therefore, so as to complete our guide to Berlin gardens and parks, here is the second installment so you don’t miss out on the slightest bit of green Berlin.
The best gardens and parks in Berlin
Now that the warm weather has arrived everyone is planning holidays in the main European and world capitals. One of the most attractive destinations is Berlin for diverse reasons including its nightlife, museums, cultural life, etc. A good part of the German idiosyncrasy is enjoying the sun (when there is sun) in many of the parks with which it is blessed, which is quite the case for Berlin. Germans like getting together with their friends and having a BBQ in their free time. Therefore, if you’re going to the city here is a small guide of the best parks in Berlin.
Apartment of the week in Berlin, the Gendarmenmarkt VI
Berlin is and always will be one of the most fashionable destinations in Europe and therefore one of the most popular places to go on some very cosmopolitan holidays in the heart of Germany. Spring is also approaching thus although it can get quite cold in this city, the weather is getting better and the temperatures milder.
Enjoy Valentine’s Day in Berlin
Berlin is an attractive destination for many reasons, and although its not one of the most romantic cities it still has a romantic side. So, if you are in the German capital on Valentine’s Day then here are a few suggestions because although its going to be cold there in February there’s some nice things to do inside where it’s nice and warm.