Berlin: A Closer Look
The city of Berlin is the heart of Germany. It is the biggest of all
the cities of Germany. Many people from all over the world come in every
year to see the beauty of the city. There are many reasons why people
should consider visiting the city f Berlin. It boasts a very rich
history, culture, entertainment, and politics.
The oldest recorded towns and cities of Berlin date back from the later
part of the 12th century. These settlements were the areas of Spandau
and Kopenick. These two areas officially became a part of Berlin in
1920. The towns of Colln and Berlin were united politically and socially
in 1307 and they were called Berlin.
Frederick William who is also called “The Great Elector” opened the city
gates to French seeking asylum during the 17th century to promote
immigration after the Thirty Years War had destroyed many properties and
took the lives of many Berlin residents. The French made up twenty
percent of Berlins population by that time.
Berlin became the capital of Kingdom of Prussia under King Frederick I.
It became a division of the Province of Brandenburg early in the 19th
century. It became an independent city and was proclaimed as the capital
of the German Empire.
Perhaps the most famous person, character, or icon people can associate
with Germany is Adolf Hitler who was in command of the Nazis. They were
known for their cruelty especially to German Jews. They seize thousands
of Jews and sent them to prison, force labor, and even death. They also
caused major damage to the city of Berlin.
Germany was divided into two and so was Berlin. The Berlin Wall divided
the two cities into East and West part. Crossing this wall to get to the
other part was almost close to impossible for most people due to fear of
persecution.
When you visit Berlin, you will still notice that some part of the city
still reflect this rich history. See their unique architecture from tall
buildings to palaces to famous monuments and cathedrals.
If you are visiting Berlin, its good to learn a few words of German.
Online German courses are free and
German phrases are easy to
learn because of its similarities with English words.
The city of Berlin also has a rich culture that you can experience
through their art galleries and museums. Their media including their
print, film and music industry are also prosperous with lots of printing
houses, television and film productions and movie theaters.
When it comes to performing arts and theater performances, Berlin has
already gained an international reputation for having excellent
performances. Aside from theaters, visitors can also enjoy their opera
houses or listen to Berlin’s top symphony orchestras.
For people who like sports, Berlin is a good place to visit since the
city has hosted numerous international games and leagues. They are known
worldwide for hosting international football competitions that draw
thousands of visitors every year.
Berlin also has modern infrastructure for all types of transportation
like bridges, railroads, train stations, airports, and bike lanes. Most
people in Berlin use bicycles as a mode of transportation to get to
their destinations like work, parks, shopping areas, and other
recreation spots within the city.
Both young and adults will surely enjoy their recreation spots like zoos
and botanic gardens. Their parks usually have a great view of some part
of the city and showcase hints of their history through monuments and
remaining ruins of the cities.
They also offer lots of café’s, bars, eateries, and restaurants. Whether
visitors prefer casual or formal dining, they will surely find lots of
good restaurants that can satisfy their every craving.
For people who like to get wet, Berlin has many beaches lined with
several bars and café’s that exude bohemian style. The nightlife in
Berlin is active and lively. Visitors will enjoy the modern bars inside
the city that will make their stay more memorable.
There are lots of things visitors can see and experience in Berlin
making it one of the most visited parts of the world. It would be a
great place to take the whole family especially the children to learn
and experience the rich history and culture the city has to offer.
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