Travel to the Beautiful Cuty of Berlin with VisitGermany.com

Berlin is the heart of the unified Germany. This vibrant city is the capital city and is now embraced by both east and west. It is situated in the north-east of the country and has a population of around 5 million. This hub of culture and politics is one of the most visited European cities and therefore has both excellent air and rail connection. One of the main reasons tourists choose to visit Berlin, is its diversity. Along with its historical legacy, museums, research facilities and universities, Berlin has a vibrant nightlife, restaurants and bars as well as world class sporting and musical events.

This metropolitan and liberal city is separated into 12 boroughs and multiple localities within them to cater for the diverse population of Berlin. The city it’s self has also been twined with many popular cities and tourist destinations and hotspots around the world, such as: Los Angeles; Paris; Madrid; London; Tokyo and Buenos Aires.

In 1936, Berlin hosted the 11th Olympic Summer Games as well as the 1974 and 2006 World Cup final which was heralded as a great success. Berlin play host the World Athletics Championships 2009 which will take place in the cities Olypiastadion which is also home to the local football team Hertha BSC Berlin. There is also a world famous marathon which takes place in the city every year in September which attracts both competitors and visitors from all over the globe.

Berlin is not the German capital only by name. It is an economical center, a cultural center and a political heart. People who wish to Invest in Germany all start off from this city and the same is true for those who come here seeking cultural experiences, education or parties.

For more information on the sights and tourist attractions in Berlin, please take a look at the Berlin Page at TourGermany.com.