This page serves as your guide to Berlin, a city that is always reinventing itself. I have explored its intriguing history and vibrant neighborhoods and discovered some hidden gems that you won’t find in a typical guidebook.
We’ll explore beyond the iconic Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag Building to discover quirky museums, street art, and remnants of the Berlin Wall. Have you ever heard of the Stasi Museum? It’s a chilling reminder of Berlin’s divided past. We’ll also explore the Museum in der Kulturbrauerei, where you can learn about the surprisingly vibrant heavy metal scene in East Germany.
Of course, every trip to Berlin is complete with indulging in delicious food. I’ll share my favorite spots to find the biggest schnitzel in the city and, maybe, the best burgers Berlin has to offer.
So, come along with me and experience the unique energy of Berlin. Whether you’re a history buff, an art enthusiast, or just looking for an adventure, this page will inspire you to explore this captivating city.
Britzer Muhle: finding Windmills in Neukolln
The Britzer Muhle is one of the eight remaining windmills in Berlin, and it is the only surviving windmill that used to exist in Britz-Neukölln. Also, it’s the only remaining fully functional windmill in Berlin, and these are some of the many reasons why you need to visit this place.
Berlin Soviet Memorial: Treptower Park
The Berlin Soviet War Memorial in Treptower Park is the biggest of the three war memorials the USSR left in Berlin after the end of the Second World War. It was built to the design of the Soviet architect Yakov Belopolsky as a memorial for 5,000 of the 80,000 Soviet soldiers who died in the Battle of Berlin between Ap…
All the locations that we found Lenin in Berlin
It started a couple of years ago, out of nowhere, but it took part of my life. Sometimes, when I travel around Europe, I look for him. Sometimes, I wonder where I can find Lenin in Berlin.
36 Hours in Neukölln: Exploring Berlin’s Coolest Neighborhood
From time to time, I see lists that mention how cool Neukölln is, and every time I read these lists, they suggest, pretty much, the same places over and over again. Based on that, I decided to put my years of living in Neukölln as proof that I know the neighborhood well enough to come up with a guide. A simple guide, 3…
Where can we find the Waldhotel Winden from Dark?
Since you’re reading this, I imagined that you have watched the Netflix’s series Dark. Maybe, you have wondered about where can you find the Waldhotel Winden from Dark? If this is your case, this article is for you.
The Best Burger in Friedrichshain
If you are looking for a place to eat and burgers are your thing. This article is for you. The places below are where you will find the best burger in Friedrichshain, and one of them has even vegan burgers.
Marlene Dietrich Grave in Berlin: a visit to Städtischer Friedhof in Friedenau
For some, she was a film star who embodied all the complexity of being German in the last century. For others, it was a part of their fantasies. For me, she was a movie icon, so I decided to visit Marlene Dietrich’s grave in Berlin-Friedenau once I discovered where it was located. Marlene Dietrich was…&nbs…
Postcard from Berlin with Clive James
Clive James’s Postcard from Berlin was part of a TV travel documentary series that was broadcast in Great Britain in 1995. In this show, you can see Australian broadcaster and comedian Clive James exploring the German capital a few years after the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification of the country.