This park is practically on our doorstep and even though we seem to end up going through it almost every day we are still amazed at the amount this wonderful little park manages to pack into such a small space. The history of the park goes back almost 150 years to when construction began on [...]
Mauer Madness: A day at Mauer Park in Berlin
on April 6, 2011 Leave a Comment
The Berliner Mauerpark (Berlin Wallpark) is one of my favourite places to spend a Sunday. The park has an energy and vibe that steals over you as you trek down Bernauer Strasse along with the hordes of people; and hits you smack in the face when you arrive at the entrance. One look at the [...]
The Soviet War Memorial in Treptower Park – A favourite place in Berlin
on March 21, 2011 Leave a Comment
Now that the winter freeze is coming to a much welcomed end, Berlin’s parks and outdoor attractions are becoming increasingly popular with locals the tourists alike. I recently re-visited what will always be one of my favourite places in Berlin, The Soviet War Memorial in Treptower Park. Designed by Yakov Belopolsky and opened on May [...]
Kreuzberg’s Victoria Park – A walk in Mehringdam
on March 16, 2011 Leave a Comment
Sunny spring days make me want to take a big picnic to the nearest park. Given that it’s almost Spring and the Sun’s been on his best behaviour, I decide to chance it and spend an afternoon in Kreuzberg’s Victoria Park, sans picnic basket, because there’s a really delicious Doner Kebap stand on the way [...]
Templehof Airport in Berlin – Epic space & great for a walk
on March 15, 2011 Leave a Comment
Tempelhof has fast become one of my favourite places since the departure of winter’s snow and ice. For those of you who may not know, Tempelhof (built by Albert Speer upon Nazi instruction) was re-opened to the public last year on the 8th of May, with a weekend long celebration and reclaiming of the land [...]
