Around Berlin

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Building wall near Checkpoint Charlie
Checkpoint and a snack if you are so inclined. I recommend the Checkpoint Charlie museum. The exhibits that were my favorite were the ones that told the stories of people who escaped and made it to freedom, those who were shot and killed in the run, and those who were caught and sent to prison. Click here for the link.
 Brandenburg Gate. The "must take" photo.
 Looking at the gate from the road. The tree lights wer starting to go up for the Christmas Market.

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