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Photogallery of Karlsruhe, Germany
Top sigths of Germany
The Brandenburg Gate is considered the main sight of Berlin, the capital of the country. The building of the Gate took place in 1788 – 1791. Nowadays, the monument is an important historic object. Once known as a “Charlie “guarding point, the monument was turned into a museum dedicated to the Cold War. The majority of ancient buildings in Berlin were destroyed during the Second World War, only a few have managed to survive till our days. These are St. Hedwig’s Cathedral, St. Nicolas Cathedral, the building of Arsenal, Marienkirche and Berlin Zoo, the biggest zoo in the world. Many historic landmarks were restored literally from ruins – the Berlin State Opera, Bellevue Palace, Reichstag, Charlottenberg Palace and Kaiser Wilhelm Kirche. There are more than a dozen of interesting museums in Berlin, the most famous of which are the Museum of Egypt, the Prussian Palace Museum, Bode Gallery, Kulturforum, Museum Island, the New National Gallery and Pergamon Museum.
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Chapters of the guide to Karlsruhe
Festivals and events in Karlsruhe
The beginning of June is the time for Höpfner Burgfest – a three-day-long festival dedicated to beer. This event is a magnet for everyone who wants to have fun. Höpfner brewery is the main organizer of this event, so the brewery that is located on Haid-und-Neu-Straße is also the location of the festival. Beer sampling is not the only activity available to visitors. There are always many music concerts during … Open 
Active recreation
In order to watch new films, consider visiting Schauburg cinema. To burst your adrenaline level, it is hard to think of better destinations than Laserhelden or Laserbase. As it is not hard to guess, these clubs specialize in laser tag. If you have always wanted to try virtual reality experiences but somehow couldn’t do this in the past, VR Playspace is a must-visit destination. Goofballz is another great … Open
Advices for travellers
2. Local markets and fairs sell a huge variety of gifts and souvenirs. Numerous holidays and fairs are also great places to purchase national food. Bargaining is not accepted in local markets, but if a seller feels sympathy for a buyer, (s)he may add a souvenir to a purchase. 3. In order to rent a car, tourists will need a driving license of the international standard, a proof of identity, and a … Open
Shopping, streets and outlets
When it comes to describing shopping centers in Karlsruhe, it is important to mention Ettlinger Tor. This is the largest shopping center in the city that occupies a whole quarter. There are so many shops and shopping pavilions that it is hard to count them all. Here, visitors can find shops by such famous brands as Esprit and H&M, as well as a giant MediaMarkt store. The majority of shops in Ettlinger Tor are in … Open
Karlsruhe for children - what to visit
Another fine museum which is suitable for family visit is the Naturkundemuseum Karlsruhe. It is dedicated to the natural sciences. Visitors can be photographed with realistic figures of dinosaurs on the adjacent territory of the museum. In the museum, you can see the skeletons of prehistoric animals and other intriguing finds of researchers. Another mesmerizing feature of this museum is a small oceanarium in which … Open
Travel guide to Karlsruhe
An interesting historical symbol of the city is the Castle of Gottesaue. It was built on the site of an ancient Benedictine abbey. The construction of the castle began in 1588 and lasted nine years. During the long history of the castle, it was repeatedly destroyed and rebuilt. In 1818, it was converted into a barracks, and in the first half of the 20th century, it housed a multi-apartment building. The historical … Open
