The Cold War has poignantly shaped the city of Berlin, giving it a turbulent history, one that is more violent and unstable than any other European city. Despite all of that, the city of Berlin rises majestically from the vigor and tremor, boasting one of the world’s best examples of glamour intertwined with grit.

The city showcases everything that is weird, eccentric, debauch, gritty and has a sense of utter rawness to it, it’s a city where anything is possible, a city with neo-classical buildings, a hip techno scene, incredible boulevards and endless options for things to do.

People of all ages, races and religions come here to find a unified culture that welcomes all, and Berlin will surely grab your attention.

Here are some of the top things you can do in Berlin:

• Brandeburg Gate – This is the defining symbol of Berlin, a gate that is built with Neoclassical architecture and has been the center of some of the city’s most important historical ceremonies.
• Museum Island – If you’re a museum fan, you will quickly fall in love with Museum Island where you’ll find some of the city’s oldest museums boasting artifacts from royal treasures, antiques, to art collections.
• The Berlin Wall – The Berlin Wall is an incredible part of history with a certain frozen-in-time appeal, a chilling reminder of how Europe was once divided and a glimpse into Berlin’s poignant past.