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With its stark, 1960s layout, “Alex” is a showcase of Communist-era architecture and a lively central meeting place for locals.

Often described as “Berlin’s Champs-Élysées,” this elegant promenade is the city’s premier shopping strip and is punctuated with a moving war memorial.

Berliners come to celebrate their city in this public square, which was leveled during World War II and isolated in the Cold War.

Say “guten tag” to some of the world’s most exotic creatures in one of Europe’s most comprehensive and elegant zoos.

This symbol of German unification ranks alongside Paris' Arc de Triomphe as one of Europe’s most iconic and emotive monuments.

Learn about the history of Checkpoint Charlie, a well-known monument in Berlin. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this vibrant area.