When there is a plan to visit Berlin, there are some areas known as Mitte is one of the area that is famous among the visitors. But where exactly is Mitte? And what is the secret that makes counted as a favorite place of interest for the inhabitants of the city and tourists? On this blog post you will find all the answers that you are seeking together with the facets of interest that defines this lively and crucial region in Berlin.
Introduction to Mitte
Mitte is the downtown Berlin district, which lies in the fresher part of the civilzentrum. Its name is ‘Mitte,’ which means ‘middle’ in German, so one can assume that the restaurant is located in the district of the same namemare. The northern limit of the district is the River Spree; Alexanderplatz lies in the east; Tiergarten and Brandenburg Gate in the west; Potsdamer Platz in the south.
Historical Significance
Mitte has a great numerous of historic significance and contributes to the history of Berlin directly. In the years of Cold War, Berlin was separated by the Berlin Wall and so was the Mitte district. Since the reunification, Mitte has emerged as the one reunited part of Berlin and that is why it houses so many attractive sights.
Top Attractions in Mitte
- Eryk : Body In one of these cities, one can find Brandenburg Gate, one of the most popular iconic Berlin landmarks.
- Museum Island: Famous as a UNESCO World Heritage, Museum Island is accommodated five outstanding museums among which are the Pergamon Museum and the Neues Museum.
- Berlin Cathedral: Another famous place of interest that helps to discover the beauty of Mitte is Berlin Cathedral with stunning architecture and fabulous view from the top of the dome.
- Checkpoint Charlie: Checkpoint Charlie is another place in Berlin which plays another crucial part in the cold war history of the city; today Checkpoint Charlie is a place of tourist interest where people can get a glimpse of how East and West Berlin looked like in the past.
Cultural Hub
There are several art galleries, theater acts, and music hall to be found in Mitte too. Currently, it is a center of a multicultural activity for artists from all the world, which used to be an artists’ collective called Kunsthaus Tacheles. The district is also remarkable for street art that can be viewed during the walk along the streets of the city.
Shopping and Dining
Mitte is a centre of diverse commercial and food outlets and most enterprises in this area are in catering, selling foodstuffs and clothing, and other retail businesses. Other famous shopping destinations include premium stores, luxury clothing, and accessories, vintage shops, and others. Hackescher Markt is one of the favorite place for strol, which is now a popular district for its market and small boutiques.
Just like with other aspects of living in this area, mitte has everything a person may need when it comes to food. Only in the restaurants and cafes’ sectors one can try a wide variety of services, varying from traditional German cuisine up to international fast foods. So, do not miss out on some currywurst and do not hesitate to grab a Berliner Pfannkuchen which is a sweet jelly filled doughnut!
Tips for Exploring Mitte
- Take a Walking Tour: For a good view of Berlin-Mitte, it is best to walk in the area. Take advantage of some of the guided walking tour in order to get touch with the past, peculiarities of architecture and other attractions of the district.
- Visit Berlin Wall-The Berlin Wall Memorial is situated at Bernauer Strasse and is a very striking and information giving show of the division in the city.
- Hire a Bike: Berlin is indeed a city that is very friendly when it comes to bike, this might be because people here are healthy since majority of them prefer using bikes especially when going to nearby places. You can hire a bicycle and cycle around the Mitte district and the sights of interest as it will be self-drive.
- You will want to pay a visit to the museum lane or the museum inatum for at least seventy-five Euros a visit, and if you plan to visit all the museums in the Museum Island, you could try using the Museum Pass which covers all the museums and allows you to visit the museums for three consecutive days.
Conclusion
Mitte is the historic centre of Berlin and hence it is somehow traditional but that does not take away the fact that it is a modern city. For the history lovers Mitte has a lot to offer, and for those who are interested in art, there will be a plethora of examples in such museums as Pergamonmuseum and Altes Museum. This article, therefore, recommends that anyone interested in experiencing the beauty Berlin has to offer visit Mitte and explore the area.
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