Guten tag! If you are thinking of paying a visit to Berlin, one of the most dynamic cities of the world? If so, this is your chance to prepare yourself for a visit of some of the most odd and peculiar places on the planet. Everyone knows about famous wonders such as the Gate of Brandenburg and guarded walls of Berlin Yet, there is much more to come, lesser-known marvels which have not been touched by tourist’s feet yet.
In this post I shall accompany you virtually through Berlin showing some of the rather special venues throughout the city. So if you like history, art, or if you’re a food lover looking for the best food to taste around the city we will not let you down. Well, let’s start and discover that other Berlin that is not so famous.
The Wondrous Weltzeituhr: A Time Traveller’s Delight
The first place to visit during our Berlin tour is Alexanderplatz with the exciting Weltzeituhr, or the World Clock. This special clock has been erected to inform the communities of the time of the day in different territories across the world. It may be worth spending some time to observe the details of this work – the Technicolour mosaic walls and the plate depicting the sun in motion.
It seems like you are moving from one city to another while reading the clock; each city’s name and timezone are included in the list. That may not be an everyday experience but, it is an experience that will spark the imagination and make for good pictures.
Raw Tempel: Berlin’s Other Underground Art Scene
Let’s get off the beaten track now? Just head to Raw Tempel, which is quite literally a gem for everyone who loves street art and for all the misfits out there. This industrial building is situated in the Friedrichshain district and used to be a railway repair station it has been repurposed as an artistic platform.
Be amazed at painted walls and feel a lively atmosphere in music performances and art showings. Raw Tempel also found in the area has many bizarre shops, cafés and even a skate park, and galleries. I would recommend anyone interested in getting a truly local experience in Berlin free from super tourist attractions to visit the place.
Taste Some of the Market’s Delicious Foods at the Markthalle Neun
The food culture is something that cannot be missed when in Berlin As many as possible ought to be tasted. Of course, currywurst and döner kebabs and also really yummy, but for a genuine, world class food experience, visit the Markthalle Neun.
This old market building is situated in the popular Kreuzberg area; The internal food market is filled with tempting German and international food brands selling classic German provisions such as Frankfurter Würstchen and more exotic global cuisine. Just set out in the market for a meal tour or taste street foods and while at it try to engage the vendors in a conversation.
The hall is also actually open on Thursday evenings for the ‘Street Food Thursday’ event where food stalls pop up. Sure, its a foodies delight that will have one asking for more.
Decoding the Enigma of Beelitz-Heilstätten Horse Grenzaufsichtstrassen
If you have ever enjoyed history and/or exploring abandoned places then a trip to the now-defunct Beelitz-Heilstätten Hospital is a must. This is a very large abandoned hospital just beside Berlin and contains a mysterious and eerie feel.
Wander through the dusky corridors with dreams of the people who received their miracle at the facilities of this hospital. The different buildings of former colony Beelitz-Heilstätten also have a historical significance because the young Adolf Hitler stayed there for therapy in 1916/1917 during the First World War.
Unfortunately, visitors have no chance to wander freely through the building as it has been closed for a public exploration but visitors may get a guided tour that will reveal the history of the place and some of the dark stories connected to it. I for one have not seen anything like it and am absolutely certain it will take you back to the stone age.
Conclusion
Berlin is a city, which has a long history behind itself and which is famous for its unique and strictly individualistic allure. Exploring off the tourist’s track will make you get a view of the city that most tourists never get to see. With the picturesque Weltzeituhr to the colourful Raw Tempel, from the food market of Markthalle Neun to the spooky Beelitz-Heilstätten Hospital, every location you visit on our walking tour brochure and map is special in its own right.
Therefore prepare your walking shoes, take a map and start explores Berlin, this unique city in Europe on your own. It’s anybody’s guess what other treasures are out there waiting to be unearthed.
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