Let me just say this- I have some pretty blue memories attached to Berlin but I am going to write in this space as a way to free myself from their influence. I visited Berlin in October 2023.
Since I was accustomed to people speaking French or English all around me, hearing so much German all of a sudden felt alien, almost like I was on a different planet. I had not really heard anyone speaking german as their only language before so it was definitely different.
So, I'll write. Not about the parts that are no longer in my life, but about the place, in general.
One really cool initiative that Berlin and Germany in general has is that they pay for old plastic bottles. This acts as incentive for people to bring back tons of old bottles and- you guessed it- get paid!
I really wonder why we still do not have this in France.
The Rotes Rathaus (Red City Hall)
The Rotes Rathaus, or the Red City Hall, is this cool historic building in Berlin. It's where the city's government does its thing. You can't miss it – it's got this red brick vibe going on and stands out.
The place has seen its fair share of history and politics.hey let people in, so you can wander around the lobby and some exhibition spots to get a feel for Berlin's past and how the city runs the show.
The Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
It's this cool landmark with a mix of old and new vibes. The original church got messed up in World War II, but instead of fixing it completely, they kept part of the damaged spire as a reminder. The new church next to it has these blue stained glass windows. It was a great visit and the church has a really creepy vibe about it. Totally worth visiting!
Berliner Dom
The Berliner Dom is the bomb! This massive cathedral on Museum Island is like the kingpin of cool architecture in Berlin. It's got this mix of old-school styles – think Neo-Renaissance and Baroque – and that dome? It's practically a city landmark on its own.
If you're into vibes that scream history, epic architecture, and skyline panoramas, the Berliner Dom is where it's at!
The Sanchi Stupa Replica Berlin
This is a reminder of my home country in Europe! It's idea originated from the original Sanchi Stupa which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in the state of Madhya Pradesh, India. Berlin's got its own vibe going with the 'Berlin’s Sanchi Gate.'
It's like they brought a piece of ancient India's Buddhist coolness right into the city.
This gate is a copy of the East Gate, the main portal of the four epic entrances to Sanchi’s great stupa. It was like a piece of home away from home for me and kept reminding me of India's influence on the world- pretty awesome!
Zum Guten Hirten Kirche
Oh, and I also went to this cool local church that I know absolutely nothing about. It was a really beautiful place to go, though.
American Church
I really like this maroon vibe of the churches in Berlin. This was was just as-if not more beautiful than the last one. There's several like this one who cater to English speaking folk. If you had not already guessed, Berlin is historically very Catholic.
I don't know that much about this place but it's a must-visit. It's currently under construction but it's a pretty cool place to hang out, have a picnic and share with friends or family. It sports a huge lawn out front for all those who want to sit and gaze at it!
Brandenburg gate
The Brandenburg Gate is the real superstar of Berlin. This iconic structure is like the city's VIP entrance, standing tall and proud. Built in the 18th century, it's got this neoclassical vibe with those towering columns and a chariot on top with the goddess of victory riding it like she owns the place.
Back in the day, it was a symbol of division during the Cold War, but when the Wall fell, the Brandenburg Gate became the symbol of a unified Berlin. It's witnessed history, hosted celebrations, and become a must-visit spot for anyone hitting up the German capital. It's like shaking hands with the city's past and present all at once.
Until next time!
For many more to come. Cheers!
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