Berlin is the capital and largest city of Germany based on both population and area.
It is a world-renowned city that offers you everything,
be it science, culture, politics, or media.
It has based its economy mainly on technologically advanced firms and the
service sector, incorporating a varied range of innovative industries,
research facilities, media establishments, and convention places.
Berlin has a very complex and highly developed public transportation system and
it is quite a popular destination amongst the tourists from all over the world.
Berlin also houses the world-renowned educational institutions,
museums, orchestras, and is known for hosting many sporting events.
From the time when the fall of Berlin’s most
famous wall occurred, the city has become one of
the most exciting and creative cultural centers
in Europe, which offers something for everyone.
Apart from world famous tourist attractions, there’s also
a lot to offer for business and loaded travelers too.
They can find some great five-star luxury hotels,
elegant boutiques, designer stores, and more.
Best time to visit
If you want to visit Berlin, it would be better to know what the best time is.
The weather will definitely play a big role in it and also do not
forget to check when the city’s famous festivals and events take place.
In summer, i.e., usually from May to August, there is a lot
of sunlight and Berlin is a green city with lots of parks.
Start your day with the morning light and enjoy the city at its fresh glory.
Then there are winter times or more like Christmas when the city is
covered in snow and you get to enjoy some nice traditional Glühwein wine.
You can also visit Berlin for Berlinale, a February film
festival event with a lot of featured work of cinemas.
Another event is May 1st celebrations, which is a
weekend-long event with lots of food and dancing.
And do not forget Karneval der Kulturen in May, Berlin
streets are filled with food stands, all sorts of fun music.
Transportation
Berlin is known for its advancement and it has developed
a highly complex transportation infrastructure
which provides a variety of transportation modes with 979 bridges covering 197
kilometers of inner-city waterways and 5,334
kilometers of roads running through Berlin.
Berlin’s wide-ranging public transport system comprises of the U-Bahn, the
subway underground, the S-Bahn - the light rail, MetroBuses, and MetroTrams.
U-Bahn and S-Bahn are the most resourceful modes of transport.
The best way to travel will depend on where you stay,
and what is the closest mode of public transportation.
Both the U-Bahn and the S-Bahn are perhaps the most preferable ones.
Other than that, you can also use taxis, bicycles,
or just walk around based on where you are.
Best tourist places
Some of them are:
1. Berlin Wall Memorial – Berlin wall was erected to divide East and West
Germany is a chilling reminder of what Germany went through at that time.
2. Rebuilt Reichstag – Known for magnificent reconstruction, it offers
a great view of the city, especially at night from Rooftop restaurant.
3. Museum Island – A UNESCO World Heritage, it is a home for wide collections from the
Egyptian Museum, the Papyrus Collection, and the Collection of Classical Antiquities.
4. The Brandenburg Gate – It is the most famous historical landmark of Berlin which
was once a symbol of a divided nation and now it is a symbol of peace and unity.
5. Charlottenburg Palace and Park – Built around the late 17th century, it is
Berlin's oldest and largest Prussian estate and the main residence of German royalty.