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. … OpenChapters of the guide to Schwerin
Cultural excursion through Schwerin - things to see
Schweriner Schloss has been the permanent symbol of the city for more than a century and a half; it has been built in the mid19th century under direction of prominent architects. The castle is a unique combination of different architectural styles, including Baroque and Gothic, Byzantine and Renaissance. Currently, the part of the beautiful and historic building is used by Parliament; other parts house the … Open
Cuisine and top restaurants
Lots of pleasant dining places are located at the Am Markt square, where every restaurant is ready to surprise visitors with branded treats. Schwerin has its special Schweriner beer that you can taste literally at any local bar or restaurant. Beer features original taste that is compared with the taste of black dried bread. Those who are fond of this drink should definitely appreciate the fruits of local brewers. … Open
Traditions and mentality of Schwerin
Schwerin is also called Florence of the North. Travelers that had been to Florence really admit the remarkable similarity in the atmosphere and lifestyle of these two cities. Schwerin features indescribable natural splendor and harmonious architecture; it really has something to surprise its guests. Fans of theater associate Schwerin with the grand festival, Shlossfestshpile. It is one of the largest and most … Open
Travel guide to Schwerin
Near the temple, you can see another interesting attraction, the old grinding mill. It was built in the 18th century. Today, it still works, so everyone can watch how granite is ground. In the city surroundings, there is the wonderful zoo located near Ostorfer See Lake. It will certainly impress travelers with children. Over 20 animal species dwell on the territory of the zoo. Many zoo dwellers are very … Open
Advices for travellers
8. Not everyone knows that Schweriner Fernsehturm TV tower is a popular entertainment venue too. There is a popular restaurant and a large observation deck on its top floors. 7. Buses of bright red color stop next to all the important sights. A trip by comfortable double-decker bus will be a great attraction for those who don’t have a lot of free time. 6. Schwerin Ticket would be useful for fans of … Open
Schwerin sightseeing
This architect is also the author of a truly interesting tower of the Cathedral (1889-1892), the height of which reaches 117 meters. Rich theatrical traditions of Schwerin make this city even more attractive. Outdoor opera performances, which are often held here in summer, are particularly impressive. A beautiful building of the theatre created in the late 19th century (Renaissance style) was built by the famous … Open