Five Things You Must See on a Visit to Berlin

The Capital city of Germany, Berlin is a city of lavish history. It has seen a number of historical events that changed the course of history. Each event added to its architectural grandeur. Whether you are eating, drinking, entertaining in Berlin, or going around the city for sightseeing, there are a few must haves on your Berlin itinerary.

Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is one of the latest sightseeing stops in Berlin, opened recently in May 2005. Located near downtown Berlin, it is within easy access of public transportation. The memorial is surrounded by a beautiful garden. It depicts histories and stories of people killed during World War II. It stands as a reminder of what could happen again if we do not learn lessons from history.

East Side Gallery. This is a mile long stretch of the Berlin wall. It is the longest portion of the wall still standing, and it covered with artwork. There are many emotional and political statements on the wall, contributing to the powerful feelings evoked by looking at it. There are many colors, and it contrasts sharply with the surrounding cityscape.

Charlottenburg Palace is a stunning example of Baroque architecture. The grounds are equally delightful as well. It was built in the late 17th Century as the summer residence for Sophie Charlotte. You may not require a guided tour to see some of the luxurious rooms, but you must take a tour to see all of the splendid sights. You will get information sheets in other languages although the tour is in German.

St. Nicholas Church is very old, and an excellent monument of the changes that have taken place over the centuries. Different features have been added to it through history, including a presbytery and two ornamental towers. It was hit during World War II, and the un-restored and partially ruined church serves as a reminder of the destruction of war. This is the place where Berlin and Colln agreed to become Berlin in 1307.

Brecht Weigel Museum was the home of playwright Bertolt Brecht and his actress wife Helene Weigel. The house is an interesting tour that records the history of the Berliner Ensemble, and epic theater company. Since it is located in East Berlin, it is also a good source of interesting information of the Berlin theatrical scene. It has a huge collection of manuscripts and printed works. You can get good food in the Keller, a restaurant located downstairs.

Potsdam's Gardens: If you want to have a day out amongst the beautiful sights and fragrant smells then do consider traveling 25 minutes from Berlin to Potsdam in S-Bahn (the train). You can relax in the various beautiful gardens and spend a whole fulfilling day over there.

Besides all these awesome places, Berlin has a lot more to offer to its visitors. There are a whole lot of places of cultural and historical value to visit in and around Berlin.

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