Berlin Map, Germany

Berlin History

In 1806, under the rule of Napoleon, French troops invaded Berlin and made it a self-governing state.  After the French were defeated, Berlin became part of the Province of Brandenburg and in 1827, the city was made its capital.  This made the city part of Prussia again.  After several decades of war, Berlin was made the capital of the new German Empire in 1871.  During this time, Berlin was also affected deeply by... read more

Berlin Nightlife

  Another incredible fact is that this city, in this seemingly liberal age, caters to people of any gender and to people with various gender preferences for that matter. In fact, Nolledorfplatz or otherwise known as the “Pink Village” and the Motzstrass are only a few of the havens for people with alternative lifestyles. These places are home to all sorts of lesbian and gay cultural events, museums and... read more

Berlin Sightseeing

Zehlendorf is another fine district which is often overlooked by tourists since it’s known primarily for the university, but it also has many fine museums as well as buildings of historical interest. The main street for shopping and dining is Kurfürstendamm, where many unexpected small delights can be found in the by lanes and smaller alleys, so don’t forget to check those out.  Easily the most visited landmark... read more

Berlin Travel Guide

Contrary to the usual clichés about Germany, Berlin is a city with a laid-back attitude and some of the liveliest nightlife in Europe In Berlin today, there is everything from authentic beer halls to the clubs that have grown up out of the city's techno scene. If techno music is not your thing, then check out the city's wide range of more traditional clubs and discos. Berlin's clubs and discos are smaller, cheaper and... read more