Berlin - the Berlin Wall - tours

Of course, one cannot mention Berlin without speaking of the Berlin Wall. There isn't terribly much left of the structure that split the city in twain, but the Brandenburg Gate still stands, serving as a reminder of the past. If you want a better understanding of the history behind the wall, you should visit the Berlin Wall Museum in Berlin.

Getting around Berlin isn't difficult. Sightseeing tours are available, but for those looking to conduct their own tours, there are plenty of other choices. Buses run throughout the city and are certainly a cheaper option than a guided tour. There are plenty of beautiful walks to be found along Berlin's many jogging paths. Cycling fans will find plenty of routes as well. It's even possible to explore Berlin by boat; the city has more bridges than Venice.

Berlin is the center of German film and cinema, shown by the famous Berlin Film Festival. Held each February, the Berlin Film Festival has been a mainstay in the city since 1951. Placing an emphasis on international productions, the festival has had a tradition of showing films from both the west and the east, despite the wall that divided the city. The Berlin Film Festival continues to this day, giving awards--known as the Gold and Silver Bears, as the bear is the symbol of Berlin--to top films from across the world.