Berlin

A summary of modern Berlin history:  the vast majority of Berlin was destroyed in the World Wars and then it was split into two parts following World War II – East Berlin (controlled by the Soviet Union) and West Berlin (controlled by the US, UK and France). The Berlin Wall served as a physical barrier; built to stop people fleeing East Germany to West Germany in search of a better life. I have been in Germany for a few weeks and had seen a little of central and south Germany, both were absolutely beautiful. Berlin was not! West Berlin (where my hotel was located) is okay – reminds me, a little, of parts of New York, but not as nice. It was rebuilt by the Allied forces following WWII. East Berlin is a 'dive'. It is a deserted horrible place. I am very glad I went to Berlin, as I enjoyed learning about the Third Reich, Nazi Germany and seeing what remains of the Berlin Wall (pictured above) on some guided tours, but it would be okay if I never returned.