Introduction

To passersby separated in the City of Berlin from 1961 to 1989 was the enduring symbol of Cold War era- The Berlin Wall. The construction awoke enormous political and social repercussions, which are even present at the present time. Be aware, if you plan to visit Berlin as a tourist and would like to se this historical landmark with your own eyes, you’ll be more than welcome! Here you will also learn about some of the main places to find the remaining Berlin Wall sections and the information about them.

The East Side Gallery

This guide will certainly be of interest to anyone visiting Berlin and wanting to see more of the East Side Gallery and former wall. A walking equivalent to just under half a mile long and over 100 murals, graffiti and street arts that decorate the walls have been created by artists from all parts of the world and are located along the Mühlenstrasse in Friedrichshain. It’s a street art that depicts freedom, hope and end of the Iron Curtain and one can simply walk over this place as it is an open air gallery.

Checkpoint Charlie

Checkpoint Charlie, that from 1961-1989 divided the East and West Berlin, is today a tourism attraction. Tour this historic place to see a faithful copy of the guardhouse that existed during the Cold War period. Learn more about the division process through Checkpoint Charlie Museum exhibit to get a more extensive historical background of the divide as the Wall history in Berlin.

The Berlin Wall Memorial

For a historical background or the effects in the lives of Berliners about the Berlin Wall, check out the Berlin Wall Memorial. This location at Bernauer Strasse has information and interpretations of one segment of the Wall together with an open-air display. This is a great opportunity to take a guided tour to see the division and broaden the knowledge about some people’s stories of escape and life in the years of division.

The Brandenburg Gate

The Brandenburg Gate, one of the best known landmarks of Berlin, was a wall through which people couldn’t pass. Today it signifies the reunification of Germany. Stare at this remarkable structure and try to recreate historical moments in mind. Sit at the edge of the pariser platz and envision the differences of east and west berliners while the Berlin Wall still stood.

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For anyone especially interested in history of the Berlin Wall, then you cannot do without visit to the Berlin Wall Documentation Centre. Sited on Bernauer Strasse, the center offers an exhibition of films and interviews accompanied by original relics. More information can be obtained about the construction of the wall, division in the space, and the residents’ view.

Topography of Terror

The exhibition called the Topography of Terror set up over the former site of Gestapo and SS is another look at the rise of terror as well as the division of Berlin. Check the outdoor and indoor exhibition which represent the growth of the Third Reich, causes of the construction of the Berlin Wall and much more.

Conclusion

Berliner Mauer und ihren Reste kennenlernen lässt sich nicht nur zu einem interessanten historischen Zeitreise, sondern auch dazu, viele der durch das menschliche Geschicks’ Opfer erforderlich waren zu besinnen. From these places one can get more insights in the history and effects of this wall in Berlin and to the world. You can literally see through the architectural wonders of the wall and let history open up right before your eyes.