Publisher's Synopsis
Berlin is probably the most happening city in Europe today and certainly the most fascinating of the continent's major capitals. Though undoubtedly a more mainstream city than it was two decades ago, its unique history has left it with a diverse set of neighbourhoods, architecture and people. In the former East, Mitte has dramatically shifted from socialist decay to the embodiment of contemporary Berlin, boasting innovative retail and a vibrant art and caf+® scene. The city's alternative-creative edge has spilled from Kreuzberg into Neuk+Âlln. In the West, Charlottenburg and Sch+Âneberg exude the air of prosperous 20th century West Germany. We've set out to chart the best of what this unparalleled city has to offer, with photography and maps throughout.
