This is the city was divided until October 1989 when the walls came tumbling down. The division between East and West officially ceased though looking around the city you will still notice some differences.
SO what has the city going for it?
One well-documented point on the city is its nightlife. It goes on throughout the night for as long as you can stand it. There is something for everyone – from restaurants to pubs and clubs.
There are many well-known places of interest to visit too:
· Kaiser Wilhelm Church – this is the symbol of the city, a mixture of the old alongside the new
· The Brandenburg Gate – another symbol of the city which many will remember from TV pictures in late 1989
· The Checkpoint Charlie Museum – this museum tells the story of the Berlin Wall including tributes to those who died trying to escape from the East.
· The TV tower – a lift will take you up to the top from where you will find some magnificent views of the city on a clear day.
· The Olympic Stadium – it is well worth a trip here to see where the great Olympic athlete Jesse Owens performed watched by Hitler.
· The Charlotte Palace – perfect place to escape the heat of a hot summer day and pass some time in the gardens.
The city is easily accessible from the UK by air, rail and coach.
The location of the city makes it a perfect destination for a short break.