On The Road Again, Europe By Car
Jul 26th, 2013 | 10:26 PM
#33
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A Night Time Peak Of Berlin
We arrive in “The Capital City” of Germany with maybe just enough time to take an evening tour of Reichstag which tonight is open until 12am.
A few minutes walk from our hotel we go underground and board the U-Bahn, E$2.40 fare for a 2 hour one way ticket. One exchange and about twenty minutes later we surface at Potsdamer Paltz.
It is a beautiful evening as we stroll towards Reichstag. The streets are busy with others also out enjoying this amazing city that was once a focal point of conflict during the Cold War.
Not surprising since the last time I visited Berlin some things have changed. I do not recall having to make a reservation to visit Reichstag. This disappointment turns out to be fine as the dome is closed for cleaning until July 26th.
It is still nice to just stroll the grounds of the German parliament. In our walking around we get to learn about the history of the building and see German democracy in action as we watch a nice multimedia presentation along the riverfront.
As we approach the popular Brandenburg Gate, I am reminded of two of my favorite US Presidents that have visited Berlin during its post war history. Both men in my opinion played a vital role in shaping what this city and country has become today.
“All free men, wherever they may live, are citizens of Berlin. And therefore, as a free man, I take pride in the words, 'Ich bin ein Berliner!”
“Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!”
From Brandenburg Gate, we make what is a reflective stop for me at the Holocaust Memorial. Besides being an awesome architectural structure, this memorial is a great reminder of Berlins past and more importantly its progress.
It may seem odd to some that in Germany we end our evening with pizza and spaghetti. However, we are sure to savor the taste of Italy with “Ein grobes bier, bitte”.
Video:http://youtu.be/cm1ePPsVSME
We arrive in “The Capital City” of Germany with maybe just enough time to take an evening tour of Reichstag which tonight is open until 12am.
A few minutes walk from our hotel we go underground and board the U-Bahn, E$2.40 fare for a 2 hour one way ticket. One exchange and about twenty minutes later we surface at Potsdamer Paltz.
It is a beautiful evening as we stroll towards Reichstag. The streets are busy with others also out enjoying this amazing city that was once a focal point of conflict during the Cold War.
Not surprising since the last time I visited Berlin some things have changed. I do not recall having to make a reservation to visit Reichstag. This disappointment turns out to be fine as the dome is closed for cleaning until July 26th.
It is still nice to just stroll the grounds of the German parliament. In our walking around we get to learn about the history of the building and see German democracy in action as we watch a nice multimedia presentation along the riverfront.
As we approach the popular Brandenburg Gate, I am reminded of two of my favorite US Presidents that have visited Berlin during its post war history. Both men in my opinion played a vital role in shaping what this city and country has become today.
“All free men, wherever they may live, are citizens of Berlin. And therefore, as a free man, I take pride in the words, 'Ich bin ein Berliner!”
“Mr. Gorbachev, tear down this wall!”
From Brandenburg Gate, we make what is a reflective stop for me at the Holocaust Memorial. Besides being an awesome architectural structure, this memorial is a great reminder of Berlins past and more importantly its progress.
It may seem odd to some that in Germany we end our evening with pizza and spaghetti. However, we are sure to savor the taste of Italy with “Ein grobes bier, bitte”.
Video:http://youtu.be/cm1ePPsVSME
Jul 27th, 2013 | 11:38 PM
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Alexanderplatz
After picking up a few bargains at the Euroshop on Potsdamer, we arrive at Alexanderplatz to get a close up look at what was and maybe still is the tallest structure in Germany.
Located in what was formerly East Germany, Fresehturm stands at 1207 feet and you can visit it for a birds eye view of Berlin. However, seeing Berlin from this TV Tower point of view will cost you E$11.
Our destination in Alexanderplatz will give us about the same view for about E$3. Strolling towards the Park Inn, we enjoy all the activities and scenery in this very cool area of Berlin.
Video:http://youtu.be/CvYhnq-xNSc
After picking up a few bargains at the Euroshop on Potsdamer, we arrive at Alexanderplatz to get a close up look at what was and maybe still is the tallest structure in Germany.
Located in what was formerly East Germany, Fresehturm stands at 1207 feet and you can visit it for a birds eye view of Berlin. However, seeing Berlin from this TV Tower point of view will cost you E$11.
Our destination in Alexanderplatz will give us about the same view for about E$3. Strolling towards the Park Inn, we enjoy all the activities and scenery in this very cool area of Berlin.
Video:http://youtu.be/CvYhnq-xNSc
