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germany Vacations:
berlin best of both worlds
Germany's largest and capital city is a sprawling metropolis known for its many contradictions. While Berlin is steeped in history and offers visitors many historically significant landmarks and cultural museums, the city also boasts a very modern side to it with pioneering architecture and a vast array of contemporary art galleries. Berlin is a massive city, its core being the historical hub of Mitte where the majority of attractions, restaurants, galleries and clubs are located. The mega metropolis stretches in every direction including the City West, East Central, North, East and South districts. Although perhaps daunting in size, Berlin is known for its organized and impressive public transportation system that connects all major points of the city.
germany at a Glance
U.S. travelers: Valid passport needed for entry
Official language: German (English is widely spoken)
Official currency: Euro
Climate: Average year-round temperature is 49° F but average temperature in summer months is 62° F and 39° F in the winter months
Top Things to Do in
germany
Hohenschwangau, southwest Bavaria: Neuschwanstein Castle (Schloss Neuschwanstein)
Like a fairytale castle, the Schloss Neuschwanstein rises up above the Bavarian woods. In fact, the Bavarian ‘schloss’ served as a blueprint for the castle in Disneyland’s Sleeping Beauty, and you will understand exactly why, given that its Germany’s most photographed building.
Berlin Wall
The Berlin wall, which was erected to impede the escape of East Berliners from the Soviet-regulated East German state. Today, the remaining fragments are nothing more than graffiti-covered lengths of concrete and dilapidation, but still, the sight is enough to attract visitors by the thousands.
Erholungspark Marzahn
The Chinese garden, represents the largest garden of its kind outside China. A visit to the gardens will allow you to witness ponds, pavilions, watercourses, traditional architecture, as well as ceremonies which are symbolic of countries such as Italy and Korea. Certainly a marvelous work of art that ought to be experienced by every visitor to Berlin.
Berchtesgaden National Park
The Berchtesgaden National Park is representative of nature devoid of much disturbance by the human hand. In essence, the national park is a haven of lush forests, crystal clear lakes, steep rock faces, rolling meadows, and sleepy little villages.
Schloss Herrenchiemsee
King Ludwig II of Bavaria had the intention of creating a Royal Palace in the midst of Bavaria’s largest lake when he acquired Schloss Herrenchiemsee in 1873. It’s not a surprising choice either, given that the venue is most thoroughly breath-taking.
