The town now serves as the arts, in spite of the tragic past

Berlin, Germany Berlin - not only the administrative capital of Germany, but also "moral" history of its center. The city holds an eternal memory of their tragic history. Everyone knows that Germany in the XX century, unleashed two world wars, in the second half of the century, the world was once again on the brink of catastrophe due to military confrontation between East and West, whose symbol was the infamous Berlin Wall. But be that as it may, today, Berlin - the capital of music, film, art and fashion. The German capital Berlin is one of sixteen provinces in the north-east of the country. Population and area of ??Berlin was recognized as the second largest in the world after London. In 1989, the year the Berlin Wall fell, marking the reunification of east and west. The third in October 1990 the city received the status of capital across Germany. Reichstag The first mention of Berlin, was found in historical texts of the thirteenth century. From later sources that after 1701 the city was the capital of Prussia, then the German Empire (from 1871 to 1918.), From 1919 to 1932. - The capital of the Weimar Republic, and in the period between 1933 and 1945. inclusive - the capital of the Third Reich. After World War II divided the city. East Berlin became the capital of East Germany, while West Berlin, surrounded by a wall (1961-1989 gg.), Has a special political entity in East Germany. Undisputed symbol of Berlin, and throughout Germany - Brandenburg Gate. This majestic monument symbolizes the reunification of the two sides of this great city. The Brandenburg Gate is sometimes called the gateway of the world. This symbol of Berlin was built between 1789 and 1791., The project architect was Charles Langans, who decided to create his own creation in a classical style. Decoration of the facade belongs to the hand of Johann Schadow, who also created and two-meter quadriga driven the Roman goddess of Victory Victoria. During the Battle of Berlin at the end of the Second World War, the Brandenburg Gate was seriously damaged, and then in 1956 the arch is fully restored, and in 1958 appeared a triumphal chariot. Brandenburg Gate Berlin belongs to the set of architectural monuments from different historical periods. Especially interesting to the Reichstag (parliament building). Its dome is transparent, it was done deliberately in order to allow visitors to watch the debate. Also great architectural interest Charlottenburg Palace. Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin, is a record number of museums and galleries. More than one hundred and seventy large and small rooms filled with ancient works, sculptures and works of art, make Berlin a leading cultural center of the country and the world. The most prominent of them are the Pergamon Museum, it is sometimes called Pergamon. The museum building is striking in its ancient architecture, and in one of its rooms are the market gate of the ancient city of Miletus. Also, there are statues of the many Greek and Roman cities. Do not forget to visit and Alexanderplatz, one of the best known and most popular squares in Berlin. Alexanderplatz Square, located in the heart of the city was named after Czar Alexander I, who visited Berlin in 1805 the last time the area was reconstructed in 1960 on the Alexanderplatz, you can see many famous buildings, such as a television tower at 365 meters, making it highest in the European Union. The building of the Forum Hotel Berlin, a clock, which can be defined in many countries around the world, and the Fountain of Friendship of Peoples are also worthy of attention of tourists. Fountain of Friendship of Peoples Modern Berlin is known as the world capital of music. The city never sleeps, because in Berlin clubs are always the most famous DJs in the world. Still, Berlin is the biggest in Europe, a gay pride parade, also known as "St. Christopher's Day parade." The town is famous for its music and festivals and the May festival of pop music. One of the most impressive sights of the city - Berlin Cathedral, located in the western part of town. This is a stunning architectural landmark in the Italian Renaissance. In 1945 the building was heavily damaged by a direct hit bombs, and only in 1993 and was completed restoration of the cathedral. Do not forget to pay attention to this architectural masterpiece, it is definitely worth seeing! Berlin cathedral See also: The city where not afraid to give his assessment of the horrors of history