Explore the Best Photography Locations in Berlin
Welcome to Berlin – the city that has so much to offer in terms of both a long and storied past and present day culture and architecture. If you and photography are good friends or you simply have a hobby, you should know that in Berlin you will not find yourself lacking in snaps. In this article, let me try to list down some photography spots in the said city that every photogropher out there should consider as a must-visit place.
1. Brandenburg Gate
Brandenburg Gate is one of the best-known symbols of Berlin and I certainly recommend visiting the place for photography. This structural piece of art belongs to the neoclassical era and was constructed in the 18th century for manifestation of unity and peace. Take pictures of the gate from various perspectives and try to play with the light and the shadows and also take some of the green surrounding to create an interesting layout.
2. East Side Gallery
You can visit the longest remaining preserved part of the actual Wall as well as the open air museum of sorts, the East Side Gallery where artists from all over the world painted the huge murals on the side of the wall. It’s independence and lack of censorship – freedom in its finest is what it stands for. Take a walk down the gallery and capture the enticing art. The importance of the murals cannot go unnoticed; they give a blank canvas wherein they tell a story and you will always be spoilt of choices when it comes to taking photos.
3. Museum Island
Located on the River Spree, the Museum Island is one of the world heritages centre’s as classified by UNESCO and is proud to host five famous museums. Just the buildings themselves are worth photographing, however, one should not fail to photograph the reflections in the river or the beautiful bridges that connect the museums. It is suggested to plan your visit either during the early morning or in the late afternoon to take advantage of the warm light.
4. Reichstag Building and Tiergarten
The building where the German Parliament is located is the Reichstag Building which can be described as postmodern architecture and historical architecture style. Get a picture of the building’s magnificent glass dome which allows one to have a bird’s view of the city. It is recommended that visitors pay their visit to this place during the evening to enjoy the colors of the sun setting in the background. Subsequently, proceed for a leisurely stroll in the Tiergarten with benches, lawns, fountains and status all around the park.
5. Oberbaum Bridge
The Oberbaum Bridge breaks the top ten list of unique landmarks; it is one of the defining bridges that cross Berlin, joining Friedrichshain and Kreuzberg. Due to the neo-Gothic architecture and its outer painting in red color, it is an attraction center for many photographers. You can take a shot of the bridge from a bird’s eye view to capture its overwhelming size or take a close up shot of the bridge. Moreover, there is an opportunity to have a great view at the river Spree and the neighbouring territories.
6. Charlottenburg Palace
Today get out off the hustle and bustle of a busy city and pay a visit to Charlottenburg Palace, it is an imposing baroque palace with beautiful gardens. Take some shots of the exterior look of the palace and then roam around the area to take different shots of the gardens. One should not miss beautiful Orangery or the reflections in the ponds of the palace in the outskirts of Sankt Petersburg.
7. Mauerpark Flea Market
The Mauerpark Flea Market can also be considered as a great place for photographing, as well as for shopping and finding out something special and unusual. The market’s vibrant atmosphere, street performers, and diverse crowd offer endless opportunities for street photography. Take a photo of the atmosphere of the chosen market, bargain with vendors in order to photograph them in action, and go to another part, Mauerpark, to capture more pictures.
8. Teufelsberg
So, for those who want to try models that are somewhat outside of the ordinary, Teufelsberg should do the trick. Teufelsberg is an old listening station constructed on the war debris from the second world war, and currently painted in rainbow colors and deserted. Still, walking around the area of the site, one can admire the synergy of the elements of nature and elements of the abandoned city. Some of the other striking features that ought not to be considered leaving out include the overall scenic beauty including those captured from the top of skyscrapers.
9. Gendarmenmarkt
Gendarmenmarkt is one of the most magnificent quadrangle in Berlin that is why more and more people come here to enjoy the marvelous views. It has a rather architectural configuration that is overshadowed by the French and the Germans Cathedrals in order to provide an artistic view. One can visit Brussels in winter in order to attend the celebration of the Christmas market or in summer to see the charming view of the square with flowers and cafes on terraces. Try out various points of view and multi-camera techniques to express the vastness and enlargement of the square.
10. The Berlin Cathedral and Museum Island from the River Spree
If you wish to have a different view of the city, you may opt for the boat ride on the River Spree. Combine beautiful scenery of Berlin and have also great views to the Cathedral and the Museum Island from water. This is especially the case because the reflections that can be seen on the river can fit in very well with the theme of magic. They say it is a good idea to keep your camera close as you will be passing by great shots throughout the length of the river.
Here you are, ten places which should be photographed in Berlin. Therefore, as you will be visiting these places, make sure that you are courteous and sensitive to those around you. Try to be flexible, try to guess what pictures you will get, do not be afraid to change something. Happy shooting!
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