Introduction
Mitte is an ideal place to stay in while in Berlin or which area to start your exploration when you are in Berlin. Being in the center of the city, Mitte is a great place to go if one is looking for both history and culture, as well as contemporary atmosphere. In the following article, the reader will therefore find out why Mitte is indeed a perfect spot for sightseeing or even for finding a home of your own during a stay in Berlin.
Historical Significance
Psyche ‘Middle’ is appropriate in German since Mitte contain many historical places in it. Another famous area in Mitte is, of course, The Brandenburg Gate. This famous 18th-century neoclassical structure is used as a national emblem of reconciliation. Upon entering the gate you are in the Unter den Linden boulevard which is full of trees and other buildings which include embassy buildings.
Thus, only a few blocks away from the Brandenburg Gate, you will find the Reichstag building that now houses the German Bundestag (the parliament). Actually, the friendly amiable culture of the location allows the visitors to even have a kind of a guided tour of the building plus a beautiful views of the Berlin city in the terrace dome. These landmark attractions make Mitte to be the perfect city for any one who wants to explore more about Germany.
Cultural Hub
Mitte is a centre of bohemian appeal where artists, students and intelligentsia are surrounded by stunning architecture. The section also has numerous art galleries and museums, many of which are very famous, therefore, making the area the perfect place for arts lovers. First on the list is the Museum Island, the island containing five significant museums and recognized as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site; It includes: The Pergamon Museum, the Altes Museum, the Neues Museum, among others.
But if contemporary art is your cup of tea, the place to go is Hamburger Bahnhof – Museum für Gegenwart. This exiaztral train station is currently a museum that hosts modern and contemporary artworks of renowned artists.
Vibrant Social Scene
Besides its historical and cultural opportunities Mitte is famous by intensified social life. Modern coffee shops, bars, and restaurants of different cuisine types are situated all around the neighborhood, and their choice meets any price level. Two of such square are Rosenthaler Platz and Hackescher Markt both located in Mitte and are usually crowded.
In terms of foods, Mitte has a variety it is serving both traditional German Foods and cosmopolitan fusion foods. All the same, make sure to walk around either the fashionable Oranienburger Straße or Auguststraße, where you can enjoy some meals.
Green Spaces
Ironically, you will find that Mitte district is also amidst some really busy and aggressive city of Germany but at the same time, you will find out that there are several greenery areas in Mitte as well which acts as some kind of oasis when compared to the outer areas of the city. Tiergarten, the biggest park in Berlin can be found in the western part of Mitte. Here you can go for a nature walk, can rent a bike, or simply have a packed lunch break.
Another interesting green area of the area is the Monbijou Park. It is blessed with beautiful flower garden, including roses, caféICT and an open theatre, common for summer festival; an ideal place to take a relax during summer.
Accessibility
When it comes to convenience that Mitte district provides, there is none better than convenience in terms of accessibility. Public transport in the neighborhood includes easy access to many U-Bahn and S-Bahn stop within the neighborhood. This allows for a great opportunity to discover some of the other parts of the city such as tourist friendly areas as well as regions of town.
Walking around Mitte is easy since this city division is not very large, so there are good opportunities to get to know it better on foot. Most of the attractions and key landmarks lie within close proximity with each other, so there is no great need to rush about from place to place on the bus.
Safety
Security is often an issue when visiting any city and while Berlin as a city may be relatively safe, Mitte is said to being one of the safer areas. The police presence is high in regard to the neighborhood, and the most visited attraction sites are closely scrutinized. Of course, the same can be said for any new tourist location – always keep your wits about you, and avoid doing stupid things.
Conclusion
The beautifully historically developed, highly culturally charged district, and location make Mitte, without a doubt, the perfect area to discover in Berlin. In case you are a history lover, Mitte is perfect for you, in case you are an art enthusiast, Mitte will be perfect for you as well in case all you want is social life. Therefore, whenever you are planning your tour in Berlin, do not forget to feature Mitte which is such an interesting place to be at.
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