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Actors imitating 18th century-style clad mannikins
Individuals willing to sit still for hours, as well wear elaborate makeup and costumes, are seated here on a bench in the Tiergarten, hoping for voluntary gifts.
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Permanent reminder of children saved from WW2 extermination
The doll in this otherwise empty child's suitcase reminds viewers of the 'Kindertransport,' an organized effort to move Jewish children from Germany, Austria and Poland to foster homes in Great Britain.
The high cost of housing has resulted in numerous buildings becoming squats, whose walls become decorated with counter-culture graffiti. This shows a take on a Storm Tropper helmet with "Fuck Wars" in Star Wars-like script above.
Although much of Berlin was leveled or substantially damaged by WW2 bombing, this tower near the historical Jewish cemetery survived.
Berlin synagogue doors, next to historic Jewish cemetery
The fine brickwork and elaborate doors of the synagogue bear witness to the prosperity of many Jews living in Berlin prior to World War II.
Visible reminders of the 1945 battle for Berlin
Bullet holes dating from April and May 1945 remain unrepaired in this major public building, on Museum Island is Berlin.
Remembering Jews killed in Holocaust, Berlin cemetery
To honor Jews murdered in the Holocaust, Professor Claude Welch places a stone outside Berlin's Jewish cemetery.
The former Jewish area of Berlin has been almost totally restored, including this major building next to the synagogoue.
Berlin is often identified with cabarets, based on the famous play, 'Cabaret.' Their lively, sexually-charged spirit is depicted here.
Berlin is filled with coffee houses, competing for the attention of persons interested in their open atmosphere.
Berlin's famed 'Museum Island' is located ahead of the red-sided tour boat. The TV tower in the background was built in the former Russian sector of the city. It remains by far Berlin's highest structure.
Berlin's famed 'Museum Island' is located behind the large tour boat. The TV tower in the background was built in the former Russian sector of the city. It remains by far Berlin's highest structure.
Stone reminder of WW2 extermination camp, Treblinka
The Nazi regime set up several camps, dedicated to the extermination of Jews, LGBT persons, Roma and Sinti, or other persons deemed inferior. This stone reminds viewers of Treblinka, one of the most notorious such camps.
Stone reminder of WW2 extermination camp, Auschwitz-Birkenau
The Nazi regime set up several camps, dedicated to the extermination of Jews, LGBT persons, Roma and Sinti, or other persons deemed inferior. This stone reminds viewers of Auschwitz-Birkenau, one of the most notorious such camps.
Terra cotta tiles and special bricks make this facade visually more interesting and attractive.
The 'new' Kaiser Wilhelm church, opened in 1987, stands to the west of the ruins of the original Kaiser Wilhelm I church. It is notable for its concrete honeycomb containing 21,292 stained glass inlays.
Nazi extermination campaigns during WW2 resulted in the deaths of at least 20,000 Roma and Sinti ['Gypsies']. A special small part in Berlin commemorates them.
The panel reads, "Memorial to the Sinti and Roma of Europe murdered under National Socialism"
The high cost of housing has resulted in numerous buildings becoming squats, whose walls become decorated with counter-culture graffiti.
Lying on both the Spree and Havel Rivers, Berlin is blessed with a wide variety of paths for walking or bicycling.
Graffiti river embankment near Museum Island
Lying on both the Spree and Havel Rivers, Berlin is blessed with a wide variety of paths for walking or bicycling.Unfortunately, the view toward Museum Island is interruppted by this graffiti.
The Brandenburg Gate (German: Brandenburger Tor) is an 18th-century neoclassical monument in Berlin, built on the orders of Prussian king Frederick William II after the (temporarily) successful restoration of order during the early Batavian Revolution. One of the best-known landmarks of Germany, it was built on the site of a former city gate that marked the start of the road from Berlin to the town of Brandenburg an der Havel, which used to be capital of the Margraviate of Brandenburg. (from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brandenburg_Gate)
This cafe sign advertises some Berlin specialties, including curry wurst and potato soup. Sign reads: XL Curry Wurst mit Pommes Gulaschsuppe Kartoffel suppe Hausgemachte Boulette mit Bratkarto or XL curry sausage with chips Gulash soup Potato soup Homemade boulette [meatball?] with fried potatoes
These gaunt figures, standing outside a Jewish cemetery, commemorate the millions of Jews murdered by the Nazi government during World War II.
Social Security poster showing massive inflation
Started by Bismarck in the mid-1880s, Germany's social security system was intended to bring peace to turbulent labor relations. This poster honors the 11 billlion marks paid out by the system from its inception in 1885 to 1913.
The poster's header translates to "German social security is exemplary and unmatched throughout the world"
1933 newspaper front page highlighting Reichstag fire
The Reichstag, Germany's parliament, burned in February 1933, a month after Hitler had been elected Chancellor. The building's shell stood for many years until it was rebuilt in 1999. It serves as a major symbol of German reunification.
The headline reads "Arson: Reichstag building in flames"
Reflecting Nazi ideology, this WW2 poster says, 'Total war leads to total victory.'
In 1989, the removal of the Berlin Wall allowed restoration of major monuments to their original locations, including by the Brandenburg Gate. This statue dates from the Communist Period.
The sign in the photograph reads "Attention! You are now leaving west Berlin". Text below the photograph reads, "The new Victoria being transported across the sector boundary to the Brandenburg gate."
This monumental memorial contains more than 2700 concrete slabs, designed so that visitors are drawn down and inwards. Increased disorientation results, meant to symbolize what Jews cast into WW2 extermination camps felt.
Historical photo, Friedrichstrasse S-Bahn station
Berlin's overhead Schnellbahn system provides speedy transport around the metropolitan area. This system is complemented by trams in the former East Berlin, as well as underground and mainline trains or subways.
The rebuilt Reichstag features a competition-winning transparent dome and innovative air-handling system. On clear days, the views extend far beyond the city's boundaries.
Inside the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Iranians demonstrate by the Brandenburg Gate
Since the fall of the Berlin Wall, the Brandenburg Gate has served as a symbol of democracy for persons of all countries.
The Hebrew inscription reads, "Here lies the wise man Rabbi Moshe Madesa (not sure). Born on 12 Elul HaTakat (1668). Died on Wednesday, Shvat fifth, and buried the day after on Thursday HaTakmav (1785)."
Moses Mendelssohn, an important 18th-century Jewish German social philosopher, was buried in this cemetery. His grandchildren Felix and became noted composers.
Ivy-covered graves, Berlin's Jewish cemetery
With the exception of Moses Mendelssohn, no specific individuals are mentioned in this cemetery, in the heart of pre-WW2 Jewish Berlin.
Doves of peace adorn this mural, next to Berlin's historic Jewish cemetery.
Brilliant mosaic in Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
Kaiser Wilhelm portrayed in mosaics, holding imperial symbols of office
Mosaic angels glorifying Wilhelm I in Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
Angels hold a sign, 'Wilhelm I, King of Prussia, Emperor of Germany'
Prince in ceiling of Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church with royal symbols
The power of Wilhelm I is underscored by the subordinate position of this prince.
Christ in glory mosaic in Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
The text, in German, comes from John 14:6. In English, it reads "I am the way, the truth, and the light. No one comes to othe Father except through me."
Mosaic commemorating the Hohenzollern family in the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
Herald with imperial crest for Hollenzollerns in a mosaic in Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
As kings of Prussia after 1701 and emperors of Germany from 1871 to 1918, Hollenzollerns ruled over significant parts of Europe.
Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church, post-1943 remains
Construction barriers surround part of the Kaiser Wilhelm I memorial church, originally constructed between 1891 and 1895. It was bombed and largely destroyed in 1943.
This manhole cover is noteworthy in including easily-recognized outlines of significant Berlin structures such as the Reichstag, the TV tower, or the Brandenburg Gate.
The intertwined couple invite singles to a local dance club.
The side of the van is inscribed in Chinese. The large characters refer to the name of the company, "Happiness Base Speedy Delivery." The small type reads, "Leben Europe Off-line Service Network."
Monument to children killed in Holocaust
Hundreds of thousands of Jewish and other children were taken from their homes during World War II, and transported directly to extermination campus. This poignant monument memorializes their fatal one-way journeys.
Close-up of monument to children killed in Holocaust
Identification plaque, children's death trains
The plaque reads, "1938-1945 Trains to Life Trains to Death"
After four years of occupation, citizens of West Germany were allowed to vote in a democratic election. The Social Democrats (SPD) and Christian Democratic Union (CDU) remain major political parties decades after these 1949 posters.
Posters advertising a 'Knights' Festival'
Similar to Renaissance fairs in North America, knights' festivals in Europe celebrate chivalric values and costumes.
Mobile giant pretzel and cold drink vender, Tiergarten
On this warm spring morning in Berlin's famous Tiergarten, this pretzel and cold drinks seller displays his products.
On this warm spring morning in Berlin's famous Tiergarten, this pretzel and cold drinks seller displays his products, with both cheese and salted pretzels.
Restoration of the German Historical Museum (German: Deutsches Historisches Museum)
Berlin's 'Museum Island' contains numerous internationally famous museums. Their reconstruction following World War II damage and the city's political division had neared its completion when this picture was taken.
Reichstag front entrance with German flag
Crowd control barriers have been placed by the Reichstag, to deal with the flow of visitors when the Reichstag itself was in sessin.
Because of WW2 bombing and fighting over the city, large areas near the Reichstag have been turned into lovely gardens.
To commemorate inhabitants of Berlin's Jewish section who were murdered during WW2, plaques have been placed in the sidewalks of that area.
Like many other countries, Romania chose to rebuild its embassy after WW2 in essentially the same style as originally built.
Elevated train, Friedrichstrasse station
Construction started in the 1870s on Berlin's elevated rail network. Originally called the Berliner Stadt-, Ring- und Vorortbahnen (Berlin city, orbital, and suburban railways, they complement the city's underground and tram rail networks.
Berlin residents benefit from both the Havel and Spree Rivers for recreation. Here is a fanciful combined shark and whale boat.
The 'Elbe Princesse 2' includes a open upper deck for passenger use during trips from Berlin to Prague.
Classic German cars, such as the VW 'Kombi,' can be found in this display.
Alexander von Humboldt statue outside Humboldt University
Alexander von Humboldt is considered to be the 'second discoverer' of Cuba, due to the scientific and social research he conducted on this Spanish colony.in 1800 and 1804. Note that the inscription is written in Spanish.
View over River Spree from Reichstag dome
Post-WW2 buildings, excursion boats and the new central railroad station feature in this picture.
Berlin is known for its contemporary arts displayed in public places, such as this statue in a prominent part of the city.
The original nave of the Kaiser Wilhelm I church was destroyed by WW2 bombs. The walls of the new part are made of a concrete honeycomb containing 21,292 stained glass inlays.
Professor Ludwig by Roma-Sinti Museum entrance
The memorial to murdered Roma and Sinti stands in the shadow of the Reichstag.
The city of Potsdam, located ~15 miles SW of Berlin, serves as the capital of the state of Brandenburg. The 2015 population was estimated at 167,745.
Sanssouci - literally, "without cares" - served as the summer palace of Prussia's kings. Built in the mid-1740s by Frederick the Great, it is much smaller than Versailles, which inspired Sanssouci. Sanssouci has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1990.
Grave of Frederick the Great with potatoes
The potatoes honor Frederick the Great's progressive nature. He introduced potatoes and turnips to Germany.
The sign indicates that Potsdam is also capital of one of Germany's states.
A statue of Friedrich Wilhelm I graces the courtyard of Charlottenburg Palace
Charlottenburg Palace is the largest palace in Berlin, Germany.
Shoppers throng this street, closed to all traffic except for bicycles.
Substantially restored since reunification, the Sanssouci Palace was constructed in Rococo style. More than two million people visit the palace and its extensive grounds annually. The arcade near the Palace contains fine metalwork.