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Berlin
Why go to Berlin?
Why go to Berlin? The reasons are as multifarious as they are marvellous. Here are a few...
1. Berlin is officially one of the coolest and creative cities in Europe. Come and hang with the hipsters!
2. Berlin's turbulent and fascinating past (see Walking the Berlin Wall) is a boon for serious or just curious history buffs
3. Berlin is a green, family-friendly city, with plenty of parks and fantastic cycling routes for those who like to explore on two wheels (see Freedom is a bicycle in Berlin)
4. Berlin's notoriously round-the-clock nightlife is some of the best in Europe, if not the world
5. Berlin has an enviable art scene; you could spend a week here just visiting galleries (and some people do!)
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Germany: Berlin is an all dancing, all singing, vibrant city, sadly with a turbulent history. Taking a few hours out and walking the Berlin Wall is 'living history' and well worth the effort... read more »
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Since the Berlin wall came down, Prenzlauer Berg has been transformed into a happening hub of hip bars, cool boutiques… and trendy young families
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Relics of the Cold War that divided Europe, great museums, home brewed beer, heavy metal bars and the birthplace of the doner kebab - Berlin's got the lot ... read more »
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Find out how both 20th-century art and the gay community gave Berlin its unique identity by spending three cultural days in the German capital... read more »
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There's much more to Berlin than what's in the guidebooks. Get off the tourist track and experience the city from the perspective of those who know and love it best - Berliners... read more »
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Once a favoured mode of escape to freedom in West Berlin, the bike is now the most carefree, cheap and relaxing way to explore the city's wide avenues and green spaces... read more »
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Berlin, more than anywhere else in Europe, has borne witness to the momentous events of history. While the intrigue of the past remains, this revitalised German city is an effortless place to visit... read more »
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...because it has the Kulturforum! Berlin is not exactly famous for it's art galleries. Museum Island is visited by many tourists and for good reason. However, there are also important galleries here.... read more »
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Berlin's culinary scene boasts diversity, unique venues and reasonable prices. Eat at all hours in the city by following my advice... read more »
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The German city is renowned for its world-class art and modern architecture… but did you know about its urban beaches, canals and exotic Balinese gardens? This is the fun side of Berlin... read more »
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Berlin proves to be more than just a decadent delight of bars and clubs for a bunch of lads on tour... read more »
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The reinvention of old East Berlin shows this cosmopolitan city is now giving the West a run for its money... read more »
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You'll find the entrepreneurial spirit of Cold War-era Berlin alive and well on a visit to the near-mythical crossing point at Checkpoint Charlie... read more »
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Kreuzberg is the heart of Turkish Berlin and the city's alternative centre, with an energetic mix of colourful buildings, funky eateries and exotic markets... read more »
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