25 years after Berlin Wall falls, Berlin still has its surprises

By Richard Irwin, Staff Writer

Twenty-five years after the fall of the Berlin Wall, the city still has secrets. Some are sweet. Some are sad. But they combine to make this great city a growing destination spot.

And so I found myself constantly surprised during a visit to Berlin. Surprised at the livability of this great city. Surprised at the affordability of Germany’s capital. Surprised at the rebirth of this once divided metropolis.

In many ways, Berlin still has a split personality. The center of Germany’s government, it is also home to street art and performances. There’s a dichotomy of spirit here.

A simple walk down a side street will graphically display this dual character. Instead of tearing down its old buildings, Berlin has chosen to restore them.
But right beside a beautifully restored building, a trashed hulk will rise, windowless and covered in graffiti.
Some call it street art, others urban redevelopment.

Wherever you go, it seems there’s a beautiful park just around the corner. Berlin is home to 2,500 public green spaces, making up a third of the city.
Once the hunting grounds of the royal family, the Tiergarten is a wonderful park in the very heart of Berlin. Strolling through the grounds is a delight on a summer day.

For more information, visit www.visitBerlin.com

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