Street Art in Berlin
Whether you call it street art, urban art, graffiti or vandalism, the act of painting/glueing/drawing on buildings and other public spaces in Berlin has decades of long and colourful history.
A unique glimpse behind the scenes
BERLIN STORIES
Berlin is a city which is forever changing, evolving and reinventing itself. This blog is where we’re able to share some more intimate moments of how it is to be in Berlin, our emotional connection to the stories you’ll find here, and to give you a glimpse of ‘behind the scenes’ in this remarkable city. We love writing these snippets, so we hope you love reading them!
The Stasi – A legacy of mass surveillance
Stasi. A word of power in East Germany. The Stasi were a formidable force of the Cold War, and some argue the most effective counter espionage system in European history.
Cecilienhof – a convergence of layers
Aaah Potsdam, the chosen summer residence (and sometime full time residence) of various Prussian kings and German emperors. The jewel in the Prussian summer crown.
Spargelzeit – Asparagus is here. Enjoy!
Spargelzeit. Aparagus Time. I think this is my favourite time of year in Berlin. If you’ve not eaten white asparagus German style yet, you must come taste it for yourself!
The Belvedere – the best view in Potsdam
In Potsdam there are so many palaces, gardens, follies and gazebos it’s hard to know where to begin. But with a private guide at your side you have a headstart.
10 things I love about living in Berlin
One of the best things about a holiday away is coming home to Berlin. I just touched down back in Berlin after a long, well earned Australian family break. Berlin.
Boros Bunkner
If you’re wandering through part of Berlin’s Mitte district, down a little street near the Friedrichstadtpalast theatre, you will come across an extraordinary sight.
Weissensee Cemetery – a journey back in time
Walking into the enormous Weissensee Cemetery is like stepping into another world, in many ways stepping back in time.
Berlins Christmas Markets – Deck the Halls!
December rolls round again. The days get colder. Significantly colder. And darker – sunset is around 4pm so the nights feel loooong.
The Fall of the Berlin Wall – 25 years ago
It’s the first week of November and things are positively buzzing in Berlin – because on the weekend it will be 25 years since the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Autumn Musings – My Favourite Season in Berlin
Autumn in Berlin. Red and gold leaves. This has without a doubt become my favourite season in the ten years I’ve been guiding in this city.
Olympic Fascination – Walking in the Footsteps of Athletes
Let me state openly – I am no sports fan. I have never attended a live sport event, and avoid watching them on TV. It’s just not my thing.