Another theory is that the bear was chosen to create a canting or singing arms, because the German word “Bär” (bear) sounds phonetically similar to the first syllable of Berlin. But linguists have shot down this theory having found no etymological connections between the two words. Why is Berlin’s symbol a bear? The bear was […]

Berlin is the capital city of Germany – the 4th largest economy in the world by nominal GDP. What is the poorest city in Germany? Munich, the capital of Germany’s most prosperous state of Bavaria, had by far the lowest poverty rate at just below 12 percent, while the economic capital Frankfurt was just above […]

Yes, it’s pretty safe to walk at night in Berlin, especially if you stick with the popular streets. What should I avoid in Berlin? Things You Should Never, Ever Do In Berlin Don’t open a bottle of beer with an actual bottle opener. Don’t order ‘Brötchen’ Don’t speak English while queuing for Berghain. Don’t cross […]

For most travelers, the answer is, choose Berlin. Berlin is the capital of Germany and a very large city (over 3.5 million people), while Frankfurt is an important financial center but a much smaller city with under 1M people. Berlin has a very rich history, culture, and nightlife. Is Frankfurt more expensive than Berlin? This […]

Bonn. Bonn: Germany’s former capital. Germany decided to move its parliament from Bonn to Berlin in 1991, one year after German reunification. When did Berlin became capital of Germany? Berlin became the capital of the German Empire in 1871 and expanded rapidly in the following years. When did Bonn stop being the capital of Germany? […]

Berlin. The undisputed number 1 is the German capital of Berlin with almost 3.8 million inhabitants. Is Berlin the largest city in the world? listen)) is the capital and largest city of Germany by both area and population. Its 3.7 million inhabitants make it the European Union’s most populous city, according to population within city […]

The city of Berlin, though technically part of the Soviet zone, was also split, with the Soviets taking the eastern part of the city.After a massive Allied airlift in June 1948 foiled a Soviet attempt to blockade West Berlin, the eastern section was drawn even more tightly into the Soviet fold. Is Berlin still a […]

Rotting food, cigarette butts, old furniture: these items litter the streets of Berlin — and reflect the mentality of the inhabitants of the German capital, thinks Gero Schliess.Berlin’s streets and bridges reek of urine, mountains of trash can be found in our parks. Is Berlin a clean city? Barcelona, Spain (70.46) Berlin, Germany (70.28) Vienna, […]

Because the city of Berlin was located entirely within the Soviet zone of occupation, West Berlin became an island within Communist East Germany. The economy in West Germany, as a result of the help provided by its occupying forces, quickly grew. Was West Berlin communist or democratic? The Berlin Wall: Blockade and Crisis The existence […]

Berlin’s street style is best described as fashionable without being fancy, and black is the shade that does the job best. Black is sexy and grungy and fits with the atmosphere of any party, fashion or art event. What should I wear in Berlin Germany? We love skinny jeans, long boots, big scarves, and warm […]

Like many other cities, Berlin has a marshy beginning. Berlin, according to Otto Friedrich (1972: 5), was “born in the thirteenth century in the mud and swamps at the junction of the Spree and Havel rivers.” Berlin was born in nature’s womb of mud, and was and is dying (and being reborn) in cul- ture’s […]

At the end of World War II the Soviet Union took eight of Berlin’s districts as its sector of occupation. What was called the New West End, developed after old Berlin had outgrown its space, became West Berlin. Who occupied Berlin at the end of ww2? After World War II, defeated Germany was divided into […]

How much money will you need for your trip to Berlin? You should plan to spend around €110 ($126) per day on your vacation in Berlin, which is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors. Past travelers have spent, on average, €41 ($47) on meals for one day and €14 ($16) […]

Lasting Impact of the Blockade and the Allied Response With their blockade, the Soviets cut some 2.5 million civilians in the three western sectors of Berlin off from access to electricity, as well as food, coal and other crucial supplies. What were the long term effects of the Berlin airlift? Another important consequence of the […]

The best time to visit Berlin is May through September, when the weather is ideal for cafe sitting, park lazing and leisurely city strolling. Winter, on the other hand, is freezing: Temperatures tend to range from 20 to 30 degrees Fahrenheit. How many days do you need to see Berlin? Sure, you can run through […]