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The city that is constantly evolving

Berlin is something of an upstart in the world of European capitals. As a city, it didn’t really get going until the 19th century. But then it took off in style – especially with regard to its architecture. In just a few years, the home of the Hohenzollern family had developed into a major conurbation with more than a million inhabitants. But Berlin is a city in flux. A "new" Berlin has clearly emerged since the fall of the Berlin Wall, but the city is still constantly evolving.

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Brunnenstraße 9

Arriving at Rosenthaler Platz, 500 metres (550 yds) to the north… For those who are into the new Berlin in all its structural forms and sometimes even raw simplicity, the city offers many fascinating examples. At Brunnenstraße 9, not far from

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Despite war, destruction and the barren post-war redevelopment, several exceptional buildings in Berlin managed to survive. Today, they serve as a reminder of the city’s rich history. Some buildings manage to move you unlike any other, whether it be due to admirable architecture or the stories that happened behind the Wall. My favourite building isn’t that old – it was built in the 20’s, when ...More

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