The Berlin Wall fell in 1989, in response to a public who would no longer tolerate the restrictions placed on it and aided by Gorbachev's relaxed Soviet Union policies.

Sep 3, 2009 - Julia Mehoke

Berlin has been revamping its look since the end of the Cold War in 1989 and is becoming one of the top destinations in Western Europe.

Feb 22, 2011 - Andre Asbury

Remains of the Berlin Wall within easy access of the city center are near Potsdamer Platz, at the East Side Gallery, and in Bernauer Straße with documentation center.

Jan 24, 2010 - Henk Bekker

The Berlin Wall, which stood as a symbol of the Cold War, came tumbling down in 1989, and led to a reunited Germany and the collapse of Communism in Europe.

Nov 9, 2009 - John Kirshon

There is something to appeal to everybody in a long list of festivals, parades and other celebrations in Germany's capital city.

Apr 30, 2007 - Evelyn Kanter

According to a new study, at least 23 percent of former East Germans say they consider themselves "losers" since the reunification of East and West German in 1989.

Jul 26, 2009 - Kate Rodriguez

Berlin offers so much to see and do that narrowing down the list can be challenging. Here are five of the best things to do and see while in the German capital.

Jan 29, 2007 - Bridget Lux

20 years after the fall of the Wall, Germany looks ahead.

Nov 25, 2009 - Martin Hickes

In a league of its own, Berlin is a city dedicated to intellectual stimulation, artistic abstraction and historical remembrance.

Jun 24, 2010 - Carly Spencer

Physical traces of the Third Reich are scattered throughout the city and provide clues to a fascinating history between Adolf Hitler and Berlin.

Sep 29, 2008 - Morgan Ashenfelter

Historical sites, a multitude of cafés, bars, restaurants and a vibrant nightlife, Berlin's small district of Friedrichshain certainly aims to please.

Feb 19, 2010 - Andrew Marcione

With no work but a love for Berlin, American Dawn Nelson decided to open her own business and bring cupcakes to Berliners.

Dec 19, 2008 - Morgan Ashenfelter

The GDR Museum, Stasi Museum and Berlin-Hohenschönhausen show Berlin visitors what it was like to live under the German Democratic Republic.

Dec 6, 2008 - Morgan Ashenfelter

Shopping at Galeria Kaufhof and Alexa Shopping Mall and learn about the history of Alexanderplatz, Berlin

Dec 13, 2010 - Marianne Crone

Cocoa beans from the tropics and an imagination for bonbons, German chocolatiers have been creating creamy morsels from heaven for over a hundred years.

Feb 5, 2010 - Andrew Marcione

The modern city Berlin, with a rich history and glimpses into the past, has so many sights to visit. It may be difficult to see everything, but here are a few must sees.

Jan 22, 2009 - Julie McElroy

Since opening in 1995, this charming hotel has gathered many friends. The warm welcome and reasonably priced, comfortable rooms turn guests into regulars.

Oct 14, 2008 - Renate Oetjens

As one of the most fascinating cities in Europe, Berlin has many things to do and see. Some ideas of where to stay and what to see are suggested.

Dec 28, 2010 - Marlo Heresco

From Nazi office to nightclub, the Arthouse Tacheles building in Berlin's Mitte district has had a colourful past, reflecting the many changes in this once divided city.

Nov 16, 2008 - Andrew Latham

It can be a challenge to travel with teenagers; however, by mixing fun with history and culture, Berlin has created a recipe for a great family vacation.

Apr 12, 2010 - Andrew Marcione