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The haunting marks left on these church walls make it feel like the fighting occurred mere days ago. On April 24th, 1945, a fierce battle unfolded here as the Soviet 7th Corps clashed with a diverse force comprising elements of the Wehrmacht, SS, Volkssturm, and Hitler Youth units. The intensity of the combat is evident in the ravaged walls, where most damage can be attributed to small arms fire.

Berlin History: 10 Essential Sites That Tell Unforgettable Stories

Berlin
5 min read
11/06/202511/06/2025

What makes the Sternfahrt Berlin truly unique is the rare opportunity to cycle on roads normally reserved exclusively for cars. For one incredible day, major arterial roads, as well as sections of the A100 city motorway and the A115, are closed to motorized traffic. This allows cyclists to experience Berlin from an entirely new perspective, gliding along wide, open asphalt that is usually humming with high-speed vehicles. The feeling is more than liberating, a glimpse into what a more cycle-friendly urban future could feel like. Something that I see happening in Paris and that still missing in the political sphere in Berlin.

Sternfahrt Berlin 2025: Pedal Power Takes Over Germany’s Capital

Berlin, Cycling
6 min read
01/06/202503/06/2025

Berlin is a city layered with history that offers countless sites that narrate its complex past. While landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and the Berliner Fernsehturm are globally recognized, a less-visited yet profoundly significant site lies in the southern district of Mariendorf: the Martin Luther Memorial Church. Often starkly referred to as the Berlin Nazi Church, this building provides a unique and unsettling glimpse into the intertwining of faith and fascism during the Third Reich.

Berlin’s Enduring Nazi Church: The Martin Luther Memorial in Mariendorf

Berlin
9 min read
17/05/202518/05/2025

Copenhagen is celebrated for its design, history, and vibrant culture. While there are iconic spots that often top travel lists, a lesser-known yet profoundly impressive structure awaits discovery in the Bispebjerg district: Grundtvig's Church, known in Danish as Grundtvigs Kirke.

Grundtvig’s Church: Copenhagen’s Monumental Masterpiece in Brick

Copenhagen
8 min read
12/05/202518/05/2025

Split is a city where ancient Roman emperors once walked. Glowing white stone creates a labyrinthine old town, and unexpectedly, you can pick up your daily groceries in a building technically under UNESCO protection. Welcome to the curious case of the Unesco-protected Supermarket in Split, a SPAR grocery store that offers a shopping experience quite unlike any other in the world.

A Shopper’s Guide to History: The Unique Unesco Protected Supermarket in Split

Croatia, Split
5 min read
07/05/202512/05/2025

Berlin is a city that pulsates with history and bears the unforgettable marks of its tumultuous past. Especially when you consider the last century. Among the most striking and haunting remnants are the monuments of the Nazi Architecture era. This period sought to reshape the city into the grandiose capital of "Germania."

Echoes of the Reich: Uncovering Nazi Architecture in Berlin

Berlin
8 min read
02/05/202530/04/2025

Berlin's Tempelhof Feld is unlike any other. This vast expanse, once a bustling airport central to the city's history, now serves as a massive public park—a unique blend of historical remnants and wide-open recreational space. In the summer of 2023, I joined a photo walk organized by the great folks at Safelight Berlin, armed with my trusty Canon F-1 and a very special roll of film: a heavily expired AGFA HDC 100.

Berlin Tempelhof Through the Lens: An AGFA HDC 100 Film Experience

Berlin, Photography
6 min read
17/04/202530/04/2025

Discover the iconic Pont de Bir-Hakeim in Paris, famously known as the "Inception Bridge." Learn about its starring role in the film, its unique architecture, fascinating history, and why this stunning photo spot near the Eiffel Tower must be on your Paris itinerary.

Step into a Dream: Visiting Paris’s Famous Inception Bridge, aka the Pont de Bir-Hakeim

Paris
6 min read
12/04/202530/04/2025

Berlin is a city rich in history, with its vibrant present often built on the remnants of a complex and, at times, troubling past. While iconic landmarks like the Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag attract millions of visitors, there are quieter sites that hold equally profound stories. One such site is the memorial dedicated to the former Columbia-Haus, situated on Columbiadamm near the expansive grounds of the former Tempelhof Airport.

Echoes of Terror: Visiting the Memorial to Berlin’s Columbia-Haus

Berlin
9 min read
07/04/202510/04/2025

Lodged in the London Borough of Camden, the Alexandra Road Estate, also known as Rowley Way, is a remarkable example of post-war architectural ambition. This housing complex, designed by Neave Brown, offers a unique glimpse into the social and architectural landscape of 1970s London.

A Visit to the Alexandra Road Estate: A Brutalist Marvel in London

London
6 min read
02/04/202503/04/2025

Berlin is synonymous with its cutting-edge art scene, historical landmarks, and pulsating nightlife, transforming pink each spring. As the chill of winter fades away, a blush of pink and white sweeps across the city streets, signaling the arrival of the much-anticipated cherry blossom season. For locals and tourists alike, Cherry Blossom in Berlin has become a certain mantra, a quest to witness nature's ephemeral masterpiece. And I'm here to share with you what I learned about it!

Cherry Blossom Berlin: Your Ultimate Guide to Spring’s Pink Paradise

Berlin
5 min read
31/03/202529/03/2025

Located in the western outskirts of Berlin, the Berlin-Grunewald station was used to deport Jews to ghettos and extermination camps in the east. Today, where all of this happened, there is the Platform 17 Memorial inaugurated in January 1998 to commemorate the deportation done by Deutsche Reichsbahn during the years of Nazi Germany.

A Journey Through Time: Discovering Five Essential Jewish Historical Sites in Berlin

Berlin
5 min read
28/03/202528/03/2025

When I visited the Museum of the History of Medicine, or Musée d’Histoire de la Médecine, as the French call it, I was surprised to take a unique peek into the evolution of medical practices and instruments, spanning centuries of innovation and discovery. This is a phenomenal place, located on the second floor of the historic École de Médecine building (now part of Paris Cité University, tucked away in the lively Latin Quarter of Paris, and it’s definitely worth paying a visit.

Unveiling Medical History: Exploring the Museum of the History of Medicine in Paris

Paris
6 min read
23/03/202530/03/2025

Located in the vibrant district of Moabit is the Levetzowstraße Deportation Memorial, a poignant reminder of one of the darkest chapters in the city's history. This memorial marks the site of the former Levetzowstraße Synagogue, which tragically changed from a place of worship to a transit camp for deportation during the Nazi regime.

Moabit’s Memorial: A Stark Reminder of Berlin’s Deportations

Berlin
5 min read
18/03/202531/03/2025

The Schlangenbader Straße tunnel is a key feature of the iconic housing complex called Autobahnüberbauung Schlangenbader Straße, located in Berlin's Wilmersdorf district. It showcases the ambitious urban planning of the 1970s.

The Schlangenbader Strasse Tunnel: A Unique Berlin Landmark in Transition

Berlin, Urbex
7 min read
13/03/202513/03/2025

Situated on the peaceful shores of Jungfernsee, just north of Potsdam, the enchanting Sacrow Church, or Heilandskirche, offers a truly special experience.

The Romantic Charm of Sacrow Church: A Travel Guide

Potsdam
6 min read
08/03/202507/03/2025

Crystal Palace Park isn't just a green oasis in South London; it's a portal to the past. Among its many attractions, the Crystal Palace Dinosaurs inspire wonderment as unique evidence of the Victorian era's remarkable scientific curiosity and artistic ambition.

Crystal Palace Dinosaurs: A Prehistoric Adventure in Victorian London

London
6 min read
23/02/202525/02/2025

When people think about Copenhagen, images of colorful buildings, charming canals, and the iconic Little Mermaid statue come to mind. But what if I told you you could also go skiing in this vibrant city? No, you don't need to travel to the snowy mountains. Instead, head to Copenhill, an architectural marvel redefining urban recreation.

Copenhill: Skiing on a Power Plant in Copenhagen? You Have to See It to Believe It!

Copenhagen
7 min read
12/02/202518/02/2025

A City of Souls: Exploring the Jewish Cemetery in Berlin-Weissensee

Berlin
7 min read
02/02/202517/02/2025

Now that you got your camera, you need to buy some film and put it all to use. Below are some places I go to buy film in Berlin and some online shops I go to when I need something more specific.

A Beginners Guide to Analog Photography in Berlin

Berlin, Photography
15 min read
21/01/202502/02/2025

When you think of Cologne, Germany, what comes to mind? The majestic Köln Cathedral with its towering spires? I'm here to show you a different type of church—one hidden amongst the more traditional architecture—the St. Johannes XXIII Church, a stunning example of brutalist architecture.

Brutalism in Köln: St. Johannes XXIII Church – A Hidden Gem

Köln
5 min read
16/01/202530/01/2025

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