Are you a Berlin visitor and a lover of history or a person planning to travel to Berlin? Explore the city is one of the best ways to read about its interesting history through the local history sites on foot. Strolling through the streets let you embrace Berlin as its culture, marvel at Architectures and interact with its narratives. In this blog post, you will learn about some of the most historical sites to visit in Berlin on a walking tour.

1. Brandenburg Gate

The Brandenburg Gate is not just a symbol of Germany, but a site to visit for anyone who has an interest in French 7History. This gigantic neoclassical building has seen key historical events in Germany’s history – Napoleon’s battles as well as the collapse of the Berlin Wall. While walking down one of the most traveled promenade of Germany, the Unter den Linden, take a look at this enduring gate as a testament to connection and harmony.

2. Berlin Wall Memorial

You should not go away without visiting the Berlin Wall Memorial. Here you still can visit the part of the wall in the very same state and read about the division in two – East and West Berlin during the Cold War. This memorial provides a sorrowful look into the life of the city inhabitants and the process of reuniting Germany. Read the meaning of this historical trail slowly on the open-air gallery as you move around.

3. Checkpoint Charlie

Do continue your historical trip by moving to Checkpoint Charlie, that was one of the most popular border between East and West part of Berlin, during Cold War period. Today a replica of the guardhouse and the sign post is there to remind that it was once a divided country. To get an understanding of Day to Day experiences of people under the Stuttgart and the Berlin Wall go to Checkpoint Charlie Museum. A tour through this region will take you back to an age of conflicts and some incredible people beings’ histories.

4. Museum Island

Museum Island is some site on the River Spree that is in the list of UNESCO World Heritage, and it includes several exceptional museums. The museums themselves are not considered to be historic sites and buildings, however, the architecture of the island and the artefacts inside the museums are equally historic. Admire the splendid neoclassical architecture of the exteriors and interiors and which comes to the exhibits of art pieces, artifacts, sculptures with historical and archaeologicalsignificant that dates back from different centuries. Visiting Museum Island will help you gain more information about cultural and historical importance of Berlin.

5. Holocaust Memorial

Learn more about the Holocaust by paying a visit to the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. The monument is located into a grid-like path made of concrete blocks and has a quite reflective atmosphere. Just for a little while now, try to sit and ponder how big of a loss we experienced and pay respects to those we lost. Situated side by side with the memorial, the Information Center offers general public more information by use of displayed artifacts.

Final Thoughts

There is no better way of coming face to face with the historical side of Berlin than having a walking tour which is also a great way of embracing the living culture of the city. Whether one has had a burning desire to learn more about history or just wondering about the substantial cultural heritage sites in Berlin these places will not fail to impress. Do not forget to wear comfortable shoes and to take breaks from walking to embrace the surroundings and to think about taking a professional walking tour as well.

Hence, let’s put our shoes on and discover the history of Berlin in the street the city is famous for. Learn more about the history of these remarkable places, seen their architecture and embrace their importance. Berlin’s history awaits you!