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Book Berlin   Beyond Travel Adventures

Download or read book Berlin Beyond Travel Adventures written by Henrik Bekker and published by Hunter Publishing, Inc. This book was released on 2012-01-04 with total page 101 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is based on the larger guide, Pocket Adventures Germany, which covers the entire country in depth. Here we focus on the country's largest city and its surroundings - such cities as Potsdam and Oranienburg. Packed with all the practical travel information you could ever need, from places to stay and eat, tourist information resources, destination specific travel advice, emergency information, plus sections on history and geography that provide readers with the background knowledge essential to a thoroughly enjoyable holiday. The author's passion for the destination comes across in the lively and detailed text, which is packed with the very best and most up-to-date information. This is a must-have volume for anyone really wanting to make the most of their German holiday. Color photos throughout. The author is a resident of Munich so he knows his subject well. "Of the three Germany guidebooks I used, this one was the most useful and not only because it covers so many places that the others simply ignored. Although you never get 10% off for showing this book, it has enough sensible advice on how to shave unnecessary expenses off the budget without ever feeling or acting like a cheapskate. I enjoyed the author's explanation of Germany's complex history but others may like the "History Cheat Sheet" that reduces six pages of history to a half page summary. Although the author has the ability to focus on the essentials, he drops enough fascinating tidbits to keep it interesting. I also love the explanation of major trends in German culture, arts, music, and literature. The author clearly has opinions but never treats the reader like an idiot or writes down to you in any sense. As a non-German speaker I also loved the way all German terms are translated throughout the guide not expecting me to suddenly remember what is a kirch or Schloss halfway through the book. The accommodation lists are very useful especially as it focuses on the around 80-120 per night middle to upper class hotels that suit my tastes. However, even the lower priced hotels all have private bathrooms, which to me is rather essential when on vacation.--Jane S., Amazon.com. Great to see a guidebook on Germany in English by an author who realizes that Germany is more than Berlin, the Rhine, and Bavaria. Not that the well-known areas are neglected but I particularly enjoyed the wide coverage on the former East German regions.--Steven, Amazon.com. Berlin is the most interesting and most diverse of all German cities. It is probably most famous for its division during the Cold War and seeing related sights such as the Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and a few surviving pieces of the Berlin Wall are priorities for many visitors. Berlin has more than 170 museums covering all genres. After four decades of division, some collections are now again united into world-class presentations. Highlights include the superb Gemaldegalerie (Paintings Gallery) and the excellent Pergamon Museum. While many modern buildings sprung up in the former no-man's land, several historic buildings are finally being restored. Most of the fabulous Museum Island is either just restored or will be over the next couple of years. The luxurious Adlon Hotel was rebuilt to resemble its pre-War appearance. Unter den Linden, Friedrichstrae, and the Gendarmenmarkt are again vying for the heart and soul of the city. Berlin is easy to enjoy. It is not all museums, galleries, and history. It is not all museums, galleries, and history. It is a great city to stroll in and enjoy the monuments and monumental structures. It is a city that caters for all tastes in culture. It has three opera houses and 135 theaters. Its nightlife is recouping some of the fame of the go-go 1920s and '30s. Everything, from Mahler to underground heavy metal is available in this city. It also plays host to the annual Love Parade - the world's largest technotronic music festival.

Book Berlin   Beyond Travel Adventures

Download or read book Berlin Beyond Travel Adventures written by Henrik Bekker and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 45 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This is based on the larger guide, Pocket Adventures Germany, which covers the entire country in depth. Here we focus on the country's largest city and its surroundings - such cities as Potsdam and Oranienburg. Packed with all the practical travel informa.

Book Seeing Beyond the Word

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  • Author : Finney
  • Publisher : Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
  • Release : 1999-05-12
  • ISBN : 9780802838605
  • Pages : 600 pages

Download or read book Seeing Beyond the Word written by Finney and published by Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing. This book was released on 1999-05-12 with total page 600 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This collection of essays seeks to redefine the discussion of Calvinism's impact on the visual arts through an exploration of Reformed artistic influences in England, France, Switzerland, Germany, Hungary, the Netherlands, and America. 200+ illustrations, many in color.

Book The Rough Guide to Berlin

Download or read book The Rough Guide to Berlin written by Rough Guides and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2017-03-21 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Taking you to the historic city of Berlin, to hikes outside the city, and to every museum in town, this updated guide is the ideal companion whether you're on a city break, beach vacation, or road trip. The locally based Rough Guides author team introduces the best places to stop and explore, and provides reliable insider tips on topics such as driving Berlin's roads, visiting the Berlin Wall's remains, and shopping for beer and sausage. You'll find special coverage of German history, art, architecture, and literature, and detailed information on the best markets and shopping for each area of the city. The Rough Guide to Berlin also unearths the best restaurants, nightlife, and places to stay, from backpacker hostels to beachfront villas and boutique hotels, and color-coded maps feature every sight and listing. Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Berlin.

Book The Rough Guide to Berlin

Download or read book The Rough Guide to Berlin written by Christian Williams and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2014-03-03 with total page 458 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Rough Guide to Berlin is the ultimate travel guide to this extraordinary city. In full color throughout and with dozens of photos, this updated guidebook will show you the best the city has to offer, illustrating Berlin's historic sights, world-class museums, cutting-edge galleries and architecture, and pulsating nightlife. The "Things Not To Miss" section will help you choose where to go and what to see. "Author Picks" highlight special recommendations, and critical listings point you to the best places to eat, drink, sleep, and party for all budgets. Color-coded maps accompany every chapter and are keyed with accommodation, eating and drinking options, nightlife venues and shops. Read expert background on everything from the enduring Reichstag to Eastern Berlin's cultural scene, and find comprehensive information on Berlin's history, politics, and traditions. Find practical advice on a greatly expanded selection of day trips from the city into Brandenburg, with ideas for visiting Potsdam and Park Sanssouci, Sachsenhausen, and the Spreewald. Whether you have time to browse detailed chapters or need fast-fix "Top 5" picks for city highlights you won't want to miss, The Rough Guide to Berlin will help you make the most of your time in the city. Now available in ePub format.

Book Berlin

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  • Author : Dorothy Elkins
  • Publisher : Routledge
  • Release : 2005-08-04
  • ISBN : 1135835047
  • Pages : 298 pages

Download or read book Berlin written by Dorothy Elkins and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2005-08-04 with total page 298 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This anniversary study presents a readable, informative account of the development and current structure of Berlin.

Book Backpacking Beyond Boundaries

Download or read book Backpacking Beyond Boundaries written by Tim Ramsden and published by Trafford Publishing. This book was released on 2011-08 with total page 431 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Backpacking Beyond Boundaries is the story of a young man who puts his career on hold in search of adventure and the discovery of his inner being. He leaves South Africa in 1990 while Nelson Mandela is still in prison and South Africa ruled by a white minority government. His travels take him through 35 countries and cultures as far afield as South East Asia where he spends one year; exotic islands of Thailand, hitchhiking through Malaysia, charming beauty of Sri Lanka, overland through India into Nepal and finally back to Thailand. He also buses through Morocco and into the Sahara Desert. In Turkey he joins a group of 11 fellow backpackers and travels across the country. Behind the Iron Curtain he visits East Germany and the Berlin Wall, Czechoslovakia, Poland and Hungary seeing communism at work. In 1996 he returns to a free South Africa, one now with equal rights and called the Rainbow Nation, before choosing a new life in Canada. In 2003 he travels to Namibia and reconnects with his army past. And in 2005 he makes a special journey to Mozambique with two army friends to see the prison where one of them was held captive.

Book Berlin

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  • Author : Karl Scheffler
  • Publisher : Suhrkamp Verlag
  • Release : 2021-08-16
  • ISBN : 3518768247
  • Pages : 159 pages

Download or read book Berlin written by Karl Scheffler and published by Suhrkamp Verlag. This book was released on 2021-08-16 with total page 159 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Berlin is damned forever to become, and never to be.” Scheffler could not have anticipated that his dictum would prove prophetic. No other author has captured the city’s fascinating and unique character as perfectly. From the golden twenties to the anarchic nineties and its status of world capital of hipsterdom at the beginning of the new millennium – the formerly divided city has become the symbol of a new urbanity, blessed with the privilege of never having to be, but forever to become. Unlike London or Paris, the metropolis on the Spree lacked an organic principle of development. Berlin was nothing more than a colonial city, its sole purpose to conquer the East, its inhabitants a hodgepodge of materialistic individualists. No art or culture with which it might compete with the great cities of the world. Nothing but provincialism and culinary aberrations far and wide. Berlin: “City of preserves, tinned vegetables and all-purpose dipping sauce.”

Book Rick Steves Berlin

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  • Author : Rick Steves
  • Publisher : Rick Steves
  • Release : 2018-12-18
  • ISBN : 9781631218286
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Rick Steves Berlin written by Rick Steves and published by Rick Steves. This book was released on 2018-12-18 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Marvel at the Brandenburg Gate, climb the Reichstag's dome, and check out Checkpoint Charlie with Rick Steves Berlin! Inside you'll find: Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Berlin Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the colorful East Side Gallery, to the Memorial of the Berlin Wall, to cozy corner biergartens How to connect with local culture: Raise a pint with the locals and sample schnitzel, stroll through hip Prenzlauer Berg, or cruise down the Spree River Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Detailed neighborhood maps for exploring on the go Useful resources including a packing list, a German phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended reading Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Complete, up-to-date information on every neighborhood in Berlin, as well as day trips to Potsdam, Sachsenhausen Memorial and Museum, and Wittenberg Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Berlin. Expanding your trip? Try Rick Steves Best of Germany.

Book The Candy Bombers

Download or read book The Candy Bombers written by Wolfgang J. Huschke and published by BWV Verlag. This book was released on 2008-01-01 with total page 348 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: On 24 June 1948 Lucius D. Clay, the Commanding General of the American Forces in Europe, ordered that all disposable transport aircraft should be made available for flights to Berlin. His order marked the beginning of the largest ever humanitarian supply campaign carried out entirely by air transport, the Berlin Airlift. Clay was well aware of the political significance of his decision. The aim was to overcome the blockade mounted by the Soviet Union by supplying the western sectors of the city via air corridors. The political and historical background of the Berlin Airlift have been well rese.

Book Berlin and Its Environs

Download or read book Berlin and Its Environs written by Karl Baedeker (Firm) and published by . This book was released on 1910 with total page 316 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Penny Cyclop  dia of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge

Download or read book The Penny Cyclop dia of the Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge written by and published by . This book was released on 1835 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: V.1-20 are, like missing vols. 21-26, also freely available online at the the China-America Digital Academic Library (CADAL), & can be accessed with the following individual urls: http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv1 Note: Click to view v.1 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv2 Note: Click to view v.2 via CADAL http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv3 Note: Click to view v.3 via CADAL http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv4 Note: Click to view v.4 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv5 Note: Click to view v.5 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv6 Note: Click to view v.6 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv7 Note: Click to view v.7 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv8 Note: Click to view v.8 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv9 Note: Click to view v.9 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv10 Note: Click to view v.10 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv11 Note: Click to view v.11 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv12 Note: Click to view v.12 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv13 Note: Click to view v.13 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv14 Note: Click to view v.14 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv15 Note: Click to view v.15 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv16 Note: Click to view v.16 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv17 Note: Click to view v.17 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv18 Note: Click to view v.18 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv19 Note: Click to view v.19 via CADAL. -- http://lookup.lib.hku.hk/lookup/bib/B3144507Xv20 Note: Click to view v.20 via CADAL.

Book The German Defense Of Berlin

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  • Author : Oberst a.D. Wilhem Willemar
  • Publisher : Pickle Partners Publishing
  • Release : 2015-11-06
  • ISBN : 1786251469
  • Pages : 126 pages

Download or read book The German Defense Of Berlin written by Oberst a.D. Wilhem Willemar and published by Pickle Partners Publishing. This book was released on 2015-11-06 with total page 126 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Often written during imprisonment in Allied War camps by former German officers, with their memories of the World War fresh in their minds, The Foreign Military Studies series offers rare glimpses into the Third Reich. In this study Oberst a.D. Wilhem Willemar discusses his recollections of the climatic battle for Berlin from within the Wehrmacht. “No cohesive, over-all plan for the defense of Berlin was ever actually prepared. All that existed was the stubborn determination of Hitler to defend the capital of the Reich. Circumstances were such that he gave no thought to defending the city until it was much too late for any kind of advance planning. Thus the city’s defense was characterized only by a mass of improvisations. These reveal a state of total confusion in which the pressure of the enemy, the organizational chaos on the German side, and the catastrophic shortage of human and material resources for the defense combined with disastrous effect. “The author describes these conditions in a clear, accurate report which I rate very highly. He goes beyond the more narrow concept of planning and offers the first German account of the defense of Berlin to be based upon thorough research. I attach great importance to this study from the standpoint of military history and concur with the military opinions expressed by the author.”-Foreword by Generaloberst a.D. Franz Halder.

Book Let s Go 2009 Europe

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  • Author : Let's Go Inc.
  • Publisher : Macmillan
  • Release : 2008-11-25
  • ISBN : 9780312387082
  • Pages : 1166 pages

Download or read book Let s Go 2009 Europe written by Let's Go Inc. and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2008-11-25 with total page 1166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: &&LPPacked with travel information, including more listings, deals, and insider tips:&&L/P CANDID LISTINGS of hundreds of places to eat, sleep, drink, and feel like a local RELIABLE MAPS and directions to navigateEurope's busy cities and idyllic towns STRAIGHT TALK on everything from German beer toIceland's "Black Death" INSIDER TIPS on the best hostels, gay and straight nightlife, and travel deals VOLUNTEER AND WORK OPPORTUNITIES fromSvalbardto Istanbul HIKING, BIKING, and CAMPING from Norwegian fjords toPalenicaNational ParkinCroatia A USEFUL PHRASEBOOK with essential vocab in 18 different languages

Book Rick Steves Germany

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  • Author : Rick Steves
  • Publisher : Rick Steves
  • Release : 2022-12-20
  • ISBN : 1641714646
  • Pages : 1176 pages

Download or read book Rick Steves Germany written by Rick Steves and published by Rick Steves. This book was released on 2022-12-20 with total page 1176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Germany. From fairy-tale castles and alpine forests to quaint villages and modern cities: experience it all with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Germany you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip through Germany Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from the towering Zugspitze and jagged Alps to rustic villages and delicious strudel How to connect with local culture: Stroll through a Cristkindlemarkt around Christmas, chat with fans about the latest fussball match, or kick back in a biergarten Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a Berliner Weisse in hand Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums Vital trip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to place Detailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the go Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Coverage of Munich, Bavaria, Tirol, Salzburg, Berchtesgaden, Baden-Baden, the Black Forest, Rothenburg, Würzburg, Frankfurt, Rhine Valley, Mosel Valley, Trier, Cologne, Nürnburg, Lutherland, Leipzig, Dresden, Berlin, Hamburg, and more Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Germany. Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of Germany.

Book The Rough Guide to Berlin  Travel Guide eBook

Download or read book The Rough Guide to Berlin Travel Guide eBook written by Rough Guides and published by Apa Publications (UK) Limited. This book was released on 2024-06-01 with total page 541 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Berlin guidebook is perfect for independent travellers planning a longer trip. It features all of the must-see sights and a wide range of off-the-beaten-track places. It also provides detailed practical information on preparing for a trip and what to do on the ground. And this Berlin travel guidebook is printed on paper from responsible sources, and verified to meet the FSC’s strict environmental and social standards. This Berlin guidebook covers: Unter den Linden and around,Museum Island and around, Alexanderplatz and around, The Spandauer Vorstadt, Potsdamer Platz and Tiergarten, City West and Schöneberg, Kreuzberg-Friedrichshain, Neukölln and around, Prenzlauer Berg and around, The eastern suburbs, The western suburbs and Out of the city. Inside this Berlin travel book, you’ll find: A wide range of sights – Rough Guides experts have hand-picked places for travellers with different needs and desires: off-the-beaten-track adventures, family activities or chilled-out breaks Itinerary examples – created for different time frames or types of trip Practical information – how to get to Berlin, all about public transport, food and drink, shopping, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, tips for travellers with disabilities and more Author picks and things not to miss in Berlin – Fernsehturm, East Side Gallery, Berliner Weisse, The Reichstag, Hackesche Höfe, Gedenkstätte Berliner Mauer, Brandenburger Tor, Sanssouci, currywurst, nightlife, Tiergarten, Sony Center, Museum Island, Kadewe, Jüdisches Museum Insider recommendations – tips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money, and find the best local spots When to go to Berlin – high season, low season, climate information and festivals Where to go – a clear introduction to Berlin with key places and a handy overview Extensive coverage of regions, places and experiences – regional highlights, sights and places for different types of travellers, with experiences matching different needs Places to eat, drink and stay – hand-picked restaurants, cafes, bars and hotels Practical info at each site – hours of operation, websites, transit tips, charges Colour-coded mapping – with keys and legends listing sites categorised as highlights, eating, accommodation, shopping, drinking and nightlife Background information for connoisseurs – history, culture, art, architecture, film, books, religion, diversity Essential German dictionary and glossary of local terms Fully updated post-COVID-19 The guide provides a comprehensive and rich selection of places to see and things to do in Berlin, as well as great planning tools. It’s the perfect companion, both ahead of your trip and on the ground.

Book The Penny Cyclopedia of The Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge

Download or read book The Penny Cyclopedia of The Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge written by Society for the Diffusion of Useful Knowledge (Great Britain) and published by . This book was released on 1835 with total page 540 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: