Charlottenburg is the largest and most important palace complex in Berlin of the former Brandenburg electors, Prussian kings and German emperors. Built by Elector Friedrich III in 1699 as a summer palace for his wife Sophie Charlotte, it’s framed by … Continue reading →

Berlin, Germany’s capital, dates back to the 13th century. Still lots of old architecture around and heaps of work around the city in restoration effort.  Loved the William Humboldt statue ( lots of character in that face), a Prussian philosopher, … Continue reading →

A light day today, not feeling great with cold. Pared down to 2 events. I had booked to see “the Dome” at the Reichstag this morning, followed by what I hoped would be a lovely brekky at the Kafer Berlin … Continue reading →