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Quick Facts

	Currency:	Euro (EUR)
	Language:	German
	Area:	892 Km²
	Climate:	Temperate climate


Summer:	Max - 73.4°F (23°C) \| Min - 57.2°F(14°C)
Winter:	Max - 46.4°F (8°C) \| Min - 35.6°F(2°C)

Also known as:	Capital City of Germany.
Famous for:	Its historical associations as the German capital, for its lively nightlife, for its many cafes, clubs, and bars.
Geographical Location:	Located eastern Germany.
Latitude, Longitude & Altitude:	52°31'N 13°25'E and 50 meters above sea level.
Best time to visit:	May to October.
Neighbouring Cities:	Potsdam, Cottbus, Magdeburg, Szczecin, Gorzów Wielkopolski, Leipzig, Wolfsburg.
Means of Local Transport:	Buses, taxis/cabs, trains and bicycles.

Overview
Berlin is the capital city of Germany. Berlin is the Germany's largest city and the second most populous city in the European Union. Located in northeastern Germany, it is the centre of the Berlin-Brandenburg metropolitan area, comprising 5 million people from over 180 nations. Berlin is also the third most-visited tourist destination in the EU. The city of Berlin is the center of culture, media European politics and science in the European Union.

The metropolis is home to world-renowned universities, research institutes, sporting events, orchestras, museums and personalities. The city is recognized for its festivals, diverse architecture, nightlife, contemporary arts and a high quality of living. Berlin has more than 150 museums, 22 of which belong to the Prussian Cultural Heritage Foundation financed jointly by Germany’s federal and state governments. One historical location is Museum Island, on the UNESCO World Heritage list since 1999. The city of Berlin is home to many international and national events, trade shows, expos and trade fairs. The event calender of Berlin has something to offer for everyone. The city hosts the world famous Berlin Dance Festival (Tanzfest), the Long Night of the Museums (Lange Nacht der Museen), and the open-air events at Gendarmenmarkt in the summer. Apart from this Berlin is also famous for its open air cinemas and concerts ranging from rock to classical music.