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Germany
Travel Guide
Travel to
Berlin: A Cultural Evolution
Traveling
And Shopping In Berlin by Markus Menno Jong
The
city of Berlin is a city that enjoys a deep and intriguing history.
However, few people realize that it has a lively nightlife. Berlin offers
a multitude of clubs, bars, museums, palaces, and much more to entertain
and delight any traveler. Though many parts of Berlin were badly damaged
during World War II, these areas were reconstructed during the years
following the war. The city now offers visitors a rewarding and
fascinating visit that they will never forget.
 There are three
major airports serving Berlin. These include Tegel International,
Schonefeld, and Tempelhof. Buses are available from all three of these airports.
However, Schonefeld also offers the S-Bahn - the S9 line will take you to
Berlin city center. Schonefeld also offers train services at similar
cost.
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Berlin is such a large city that
it's critical visitors should try to understand the public
transportation system before they visit. Thankfully, the Berlin
transportation system is very efficient and easy to use. The U-Bahn is
Berlin's subway system - it's a zoned system. Fares discounts are
available through Tageskarte day cards (zones A & B), or the Berlin
WelcomeCard, which offers unlimited travel in zones A and B. The S-Bahn
run very often and it is one of the fastest and easiest methods to get
around Berlin. For more information, call S-Bahn at (0 30) 29 74 33 33.
The
underground subway system is called the U-Bahn and it is also very easy
to use. All U-Bahn stations offer electronic signs that provide the
time of the next train, and the direction the train is headed. The
U-Bahn provides extremely efficient transportation throughout greater
Berlin.
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Buses
are slower than the U-Bahn or the S-Bahn; however they provide access to
just about every location in Berlin. There are additionally express buses
that don't stop at every station - these are a faster solution to get
across the city a little more quickly. Fares are reasonable and the bus
networks are very easy to use and navigate. Also consider taking a ride
on the 100, which leaves from Zoo Station - on this unique route, you can
tour most of historic Berlin from a fun double-decker tour bus.
Finally
bicycling is certainly another fantastic way to experience Berlin. The
city offers a number of bicycle paths, and bicycles are a very popular
method of transportation for residents. Bicycle rentals are available,
and guided bike tours are offered as well.
Where to go
Shopping in Berlin
Berlin
offers some of the best shopping opportunities in the world, including
bustling shopping districts, very posh and upscale boutiques, and
intriguing and elegant shopping. For the shopper with a variety of
interests and a love for bargains - this city has it all.
Some
examples of the best Berlin shopping areas include Ku'Damm, which is
filled with high-end specialty stores. The Tauentzienstrasse and
intersecting Marburger, Ranke, and Nurnberger offer a variety of stores
specializing in German fashions. This area includes the amazing Europa
Center, Berlin's major indoor shopping center - complete with 75 shops,
restaurants, and cafes.
And
while in this area, no shopper should miss experiencing KaDeWe - the
biggest department store in continental Europe.
Another
great shopping area in Berlin is Uhland-Passage at Uhlandstrasse 170,
which is an upscale market offering the finest boutiques and big-name
stores. This area includes Bleibtreustrasse, where shoppers will browse
trendy and avant-garde boutiques selling haute-couture clothing.
Additionally, Kempinski Plaza features posh and exclusive boutiques.
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Moving along to another
great shopping area - the Berliner Zinnfiguren at 88 Knesebeckstrasse
is a famous shopping place for collectors. Believe it or not, this shop
offers over 10,000 pewter figurines of soldiers from the many imperial
armies. It also has a large inventory of military historical
collectibles and books.
For
shoppers who crave the shopping mall experience, Potsdamer Platz
Arcades provides visitors with over 100 stores on three levels that
where shoppers enjoy a wide selection of retail shopping choices.
Restaurants and cafes are available to relax at after your shopping
spree, and cinemas are available as well.
Finally,
Friedrichstrasse is an exclusive shopping opportunity at Quartier 206
in Berline Mitte. This street has a large assortment of quality
products from international designers in an art deco environment.
Quartier
207 is home to the Galeries Lafayette, a spectacular building. Quartier
205 houses a large array of stores and a great full food court with
international menus to select from.
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Time
to Visit Berlin!
Aside
from being the capital of Germany, Berlin is also the largest city in
Germany. It is a city that is, today, diverse and cosmopolitan. This is a
beautiful city where east meets west in a metropolis that has seen both
hard times and good times. Berlin is a unique city that provides an
abundance of exciting opportunities for visitors to enjoy. A trip to
Berlin is absolutely certain to include entertainment, recreation and
shopping experiences that will never be forgotten.
Visit City Tours of
Berlin, for sightseeing trips and Hotels in Berlin. Daily tours in
Berlin. Bus, bike, boat and walking trips.
Berlin
is a city that has a very deep history, a beautiful architectural appeal,
and a great deal to offer visitors and shoppers. The political and
cultural developments of the 19th and 20th centuries have transformed
this cityscape into an exciting and promising city ready to offer
visitors the absolute best experience Germany has to offer.
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