A destination for the artistically inclined, the intellectually motivated and the historical buff, Berlin is a fascinating study of how a city can metamorphose into a cultural melting pot just a few decades after being ravaged by fascism, world wars and a self consumed political leadership. Various parts of the city have been interestingly converted into destinations unto themselves owing to the slice of history that these areas can lay claim to, beginning with ‘The Mitte’ or quite literally, the city’s middle to Charlottenburg that became the new ‘Mitte’ after the erstwhile city centre was subsumed into East Berlin. Take a trip down bohemia at the Kreuzberg Friedrichshain where three conspicuously different cultures are forcefitted into one lager crazy district. Berlin is also a city that knows how to enjoy its beer and let its hair down. It is dotted with both picturesque palaces and wartime memorabilia as well as off-the-edge nightclubs and relaxing spas for a 360 degree rejuvenation. The following guide will equip you with all the knowledge you need to make your trip to this historic city meaningful and enjoyable.