Berlins Parks and Green SpacesAs much as cities tend to be
defined by their distinctive architecture, parks and green spaces
are an equally important part of the urban scene. These verdant
oases provide a welcome escape from the hectic pace of metropolitan
life, and allow visitors and locals alike to enjoy the calming and
rejuvenating eects of nature, right on their doorstep.
From joggers and cyclists scooting along the pathways, to
families enjoying a picnic and oce workers soaking up some sun on
their lunch break, a city's gardens and parks are brilliant spots
to people watch and get a feel for a city. Many are also tourist
attractions in their own right, whether because of their age,
history or a connection to a significant event or person, or
because they're home to rare species of plants and wildlife.
Whether your interests lie in horticulture, landscape design,
public artwork or cultural events, there's sure to be a park nearby
full of engaging discoveries. Every bit of green space has its own
story, and visiting a city's parks can give you great insight into
the life of a community. If nothing else, a quiet garden or
spacious park is a beautiful place to take a break from
sightseeing, relaxing and enjoying the view as you prepare to
explore even more of each intriguing destination.
Be sure to visit some of Berlins parks and green spaces during
your stay with Radisson Blu - these are just a few of the
fascinating facts waiting to be uncovered:
Berlin's Botanischer Garten includes the Botanic Museum Berlin.
With an area of 43 hectares (110 acres) and around 22,000 dierent
plant species, it is one of the largest and most diverse
collections of botanical life in the world.
The Tiergarten, located in Mitte, is Berlin's largest park and
was designed by Peter Joseph Lenn.
The Volkspark in Friedrichshain, which opened in 1848, is the
oldest park in the city, with monuments, a summer outdoor cinema
and several sports areas.
There are more than 2,500 public parks, covering a total-surface
of approx. 6,500 ha
Treptower Park for a look at architect Yakov Belopolskys statue
of kneeling soldiers. The Soviet War Memorial commemorates the 5000
Soviet soldiers who died in the final Battle of Berlin, and
includes a 12m tall statue of a Soviet soldier holding a German
child.
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To find out more about Berlins Parks and Green Spaces check out
our Parks and Green Spaces Page
http://www.radissonblu.com/experiences/parks-and-gardens/berlin
