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 2011-01-20 with total page 650 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The fully updated ninth edition of the Rough Guide to Berlin is the definitive guide to this extraordinary city with its fascinating historical sites, world-class museums, cutting edge galleries and architecture and pulsating nightlife. The introduction allows you to chose where to go and what to see, inspired by dozens of photos. Read expert background on everything from the enduring Reichstag, to eastern Berlins' cultural scene and find comprehensive information on Berlin's history, politics, and traditions. Navigation through the book and on the ground is aided by the clearest maps of any guide. You'll also find practical advice on a greatly expanded selection of day-trips from the city into Brandenburg: including Potsdam and Park Sanssouci, Sachsenhausen and the Spreewald. With critical listings of the best places to eat, drink, sleep and party for all budgets, this guide gets under the skin of this dynamic city.