Introduction
Some things you know that Berlin is really great for, for example, its fantastic landmarks, fantastic culture, but also for its fabulous literary history. The city has been the muse to so many artistic minds, from world famous author to revolutionary thinker. You can go around Berlin by time travels to that city’s literary legacy as we join me on a literary walk around the bookish history of Berlin…
1. The Humboldt University
Now It was a Place where Ideas were Born and Intellectualism was on.
The Humboldt University is older than that and was the intellectual epicentre of 10,000 years. This institution was actually associated with some of famous intellectuals such as, Albert Einstein, Karl Marx and Arthur Schopenhauer. Within the city’s intellectual ambience, you stroll down same steps these abled thinkers trod within the campus.
2. The Literaturhaus Berlin
Literary Enthusiast Sanctuary
Literaturhaus Berlin is a literary institution with a programme of events, meetings and exhibitions. This vibrant cultural center at the heart of the city offers special readings, debates and workshops to live literature. So make sure you look at their calendar of events and go to one of the socials in order to sample the Berlin contemporary.
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Dussmann das KulturKaufhaus
A Book Lover’s Paradise
Dass KulturKaufhaus is a bookworms and music loves paradise. This vast bookstore in the center of Berlin has an amazing book collection from all genres, and including classics as well as modern bestsellers. Browse between the shelves, embrace the world of literature, replay its world into your mind and find little treasures that will surprise you.
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The Nikolai Quarter
A Glimpse into Old Berlin
In Berlin’s historic center lie Nikolai Quarter, famous for its cobblestone streets and traditional architecture. As the Atmospheric Neighborhood where so many writers lived, including Heinrich von Kleist and E.T.A. Hoffmann. Wander down the alleyways, sit amongst local cafes and ingest the atmosphere that these literary giants have been so nostalgic for.
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The Berlin State Library
A Treasure Trove of Knowledge
Staatsbibliothek zu Berlin, or simply Berlin State Library is one of Europe’s largest libraries. It’s a treasure trove for researchers and book lovers, with over eleven million items (including books, manuscripts and maps). Enter its halls and live both an echo of the past and a sneak peek of the mystery that awaits.
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The Literaturhauscafé
A Literary Haven with a Cup of Coffee
Being without a cozy cafe to relax and reflect during its literary journey ensures a journey not complete. Setting up business in the Literaturhaus Berlin is the ideal place to get away with a book and a cup of coffee at Literaturhauscafé. Have a cup of coffee or tea in a room furnished with shelves of literary classics and everyone open a book; perhaps, too, a conversation with another lover of books.
Conclusion
Berlin’s literary walk is a fun little way of getting a taste of the city’s bookish history. Unfolding the layers of Berlin’s literary past, each step takes you from the intellectual corridors of the Humboldt University to the treasures locked away of the Berlin State Library. In the footsteps of great, immerse yourself in the Bertin vicinity and let the famous literary scene of Berlin taste freshly brewed.
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