Berlin But Not Forgotten

By Author: Bonny Kominek
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It has truly been a cultural revolution that has swept the great, iconic German city of Berlin in recent decades. The country''s reunification in the early 1990s brought to the city its former status as the nation''s capital for art and fashion, and much more besides.

The best way to experience life in this thriving city is to throw yourself into its daily affairs.

The calendar is littered with events ? the Berlin International Film Festival, the Karneval der Kulturen ? which delight crowds from across the globe.

If you''re trying to find somewhere in the city to rest your head, you''re sure to discover accommodation that suits your needs ? and perhaps just as importantly, your budget. Look around for great deals on hotels in Berlin which all offer an ideal location to base yourself before heading out to look around the city.

One sight which attracts many is the Reichstag: an important piece of architecture in the German history, as well as nowadays an iconic modernist feature of the cityscape. Elsewhere, a visit to the Jewish Museum will haunt you, a reminder of the rather darker side of the country''s ...
... recent history. Nonetheless the city''s nightlife is highly regarded by everyone who comes here, giving it a great partying reputation.

As well as all this, the city offers shoppers the opportunity to enjoy some top retail therapy. Its great transport links will shuttle you from shop to shop, and take you on to the stunning food markets around town. Along the way you''ll roll by the remarkable architecture all over the city.

It is easy enough to find yourself an affordable flight out of the country to get to Berlin. Travelling there is no problem at all, with flights available and only a web search away.

If you take the time to look online for deals available on hotels in Berlin, find somewhere to stay that fits your budget and your needs, then you''ll be ready to get around this city which remains today a great cultural destination, a historically important spot, and a trendy, youthful, happening place to be. Bonny Kominek is a freelance travel writer with a fondness for European travel. They recommend Octopus Travel for Berlin hotels.