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Berlin Attractions
The capital of Germany, Berlin, is also the biggest city in the
country. Berlin has been transformed from the symbol of European
division to the place where East and West Europe meet.
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Cathedral, Berlin, Germany |
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Berlin Cathedral, one of the most magnificent
cathedrals in Western Europe, is the former court cathedral
of Prussia's royal family, the Hohenzollern and was conceived
as a protestant answer to St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. The
exterior of sumptuously ornamented, domed building is inspired
by the Italian High Renaissance style. |
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Hall, Berlin, Germany |
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Berlin Town Hall, now the official seat of the
mayor of Berlin, was constructed in the style of the north Italian
High Renaissance from 1861-69. The architecture of the tower,
however, is reminiscent of the bell tower of the cathedral in
the French city of Lion. Because of its color, the imposing
building is known colloquially as the "Rotes Rathaus"
or "Red Town Hall". |
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Brandenburg Gate, Berlin, Germany |
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The Brandenburg Gate, Berlin's only remaining
city gate, is the true symbol of the city. The main architectural
design of this landmark hasn't changed since it was first constructed
in 1791. Ironically the gate was incorporated into the Berlin
wall during the years of Communist government. Now it stands
as a symbol of the reunification of the two sides of this great
city. |
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| Botanic
Garden, Berlin, Germany |
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An oasis in the hustle and bustle of the metropolis,
the Berlin Botanic Garden is a plant paradise of world importance
with a history of over 300 years. Today it comprises an area
of 126 acres and hence is one of the world?s largest and most
important gardens. About 22,000 different species of plants
are cultivated here. |
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| Charlottenburg
Palace, Berlin, Germany |
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Built as a summer residence for Prussian King's
Frederick I beloved wife Sophie Charlotte Charlottenburg Palace
is one of the most beautiful architectural monuments of German
capital. Despite being badly damaged during the World War II,
the Palace's unique 18th century features can still be seen
today. |
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| St.
Hedwig's Cathedral, Berlin, Germany |
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The entirely broad, gleaming green cupola, which
stands out from far away, identifies this cathedral, which was
built in 1747. The first Catholic church that built after the
Reformation in Protestant Prussia it quickly became a symbol
of religious tolerance. With its unusual dome and valuable interiors
and inventory the cathedral is well worth a visit. |
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Berlin Wall East Side Gallery, Berlin, Germany |
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East Side Gallery is a special place, where art
has become the expression for a unique point in time of the
history of a separated Germany. The paintings at the East Side
Gallery document that time of change and express the euphoria
and great hopes for a better and different future that characterized
the time of when the Berlin Wall came down. |
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