Berlin: Crossroads and Counterculture

 Berlin is a mecca for lovers of modern history. It was at the epicenter of two global events that marked the 20th century: World War 2 and the Cold War. Their legacy lives on in the city’s architecture, social composition and political landscape. To this day, the West differs significantly from the east. The buildings look different, so is the nightlife and overall aura on both ends. The West is more residential and traditionally ‘elegant’ in contrast to the hip and grungy east that draws younger people from around the world. Apart from being a center of counterculture, fashion, Techno music and artistic expression, Berlin is also a hub for tech startups and science.