At first, I went into the city with a close-minded idea that it was going to be depressing, but was very surprised at the liveliness and beauty Berlin has to offer. I left with an attitude of gratefulness that I was able to learn more about the Holocaust and indulge myself in German culture.
What I Visited:
(1) The Jewish Museum
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| The Jewish Museum |
There is also a long hallway in this museum that has remains of belongings that have been salvaged that tell stories behind the individuals or families they belonged to.
(2) Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
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| Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe |
I loved the set up of this museum. As you walk through the entry hallway, there are stories of the Holocaust from beginning to end hanging on the walls.
The next room you enter are written notes (originally German, but then translated in English to the side) from loved ones talking about their journeys of migrating to find safety, work, etc. Warning you now- this was the most emotional part of the museum.
Then, there is another room that has stories of individuals or families and talks about their journey through the Holocaust.
(3) The East Berlin Wall Art Gallery
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| Quote from the East Berlin Wall Art Gallery |
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| East Berlin Wall doves |
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| East Berlin Wall gate with locks |
P.S. my pink, fluffy scarf is on sale! Just under $10- H&M Blush Pink Fluffy Scarf
(4) Brandenburg Gate
What Else to See:
(1) Reichstag Building
This is Germany’s Parliament House. While you’re visiting the Brandenburg Gate, go ahead and see this phenomenal building right behind the gate!
(2) Checkpoint Charlie
I didn’t have much time while I was in Berlin, but if I visit again I’ll be sure to go here!
(3) Alexanderplatz and Potsdamer Platz
These are both city squares that are stunning with beautiful skyscrapers.
What to Eat:
(1) All kinds of pizza from Social Salami Club
I happened to be there on a Thursday night, when they were running a special where each slice of pizza was only €1.
The way it works: they cook multiple pizzas, then you go to the counter and pick which one you want.
The staff is extremely sociable, so you’re sure to have fun while you’re there! It’s a rather small restaurant, but so worth going in!
(2) The Barn Cafe:
I had a soup (not sure what the name is) and a slice of orange cake- the cake was my favorite! Of course I had a flat white, too!
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| Soup from The Barn Cafe |
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| Orange Cake from The Barn Cafe |
I had a chili lemon burger – highly recommend!
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| Chili Lemon Burger with angus beef, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion, ketchup, cilantro & lime-mayo chili sauce |
(4) Hopfingerbräu im Palais
(5) Reichert Bakery
Everything in here is to die for. I can’t spell or pronounce anything, but I got some kind of strawberry cheesecake. I don’t think it’s possible to get anything you won’t like!
Thanks for reading,
-Rach
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Journalism major Rachel Qualls is spending the spring 2018 semester at our University of Arkansas Rome Center.
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