
Berlin - Historic Mitte (PDF Chapter)
This is the Historic Mitte chapter from Lonely Planet’s Berlin guidebook.
With a high concentration of sights – including the Reichstag, Brandenburger Tor and Holo-caust Memorial – clustered within a walkable area, the most historic part of Berlin is naturally a prime port of call for most first-time visitors.
- snap a selfie with the famous Brandenburger Tor, a symbol of German reunification
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- take in the architectural symmetry of Gendarmenmarkt, before indulging in a gourmet meal at one of the top restaurants in the area
- transport
- soak in the stillness and presence of uncounted souls at the haunting Holocaust Memorial, before gaining an insight into the horrors of the Holocaust at the underground exhibit
- restaurants & bars
Coverage includes: Neighbourhood Top Five, Local Life, Getting There & Away, Sights, Eating, Drinking & Nightlife, Entertainment, Shopping, Sports & Activities.

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