Potsdamer platz

The famous modern roof of the Sony Center. I think it looks great in black and white. Photo taken in November 2011.

Mahnmal

A look at the German Holocaust Monument in Berlin. It's a not-to-be-missed highlight of Berlin! Photo taken in November 2011.

Reuse and recycle

This colorful cafe is actually an old shipping container which has found a new use! I think this is a great idea. Photo taken in November 2011. You can see more reflections at Weekend Reflections.

Gray day

It's a cold day for boating on the Wannsee lake in Berlin. Photo taken in November 2011.

By day

A look at one of the Christmas Market huts during the day. I must admit, they look nicer at night. Photo taken in November 2011.

Long benches

If you've roamed the streets of Berlin and need a rest, these benches will do the trick! I found them near the Bundeskanzlerampt. Photo taken in November 2011.

American bear

The bear has always been the symbol of Berlin and all over the city you'll find these decorated bears. Usually they are decorated in a sponsor company's colors or something of that sort, but this one is pretty special. You'll see the Lady Liberty Bear at the American Embassy just off Pariser Platz in the heart of the city. I think she's pretty cool! Photo taken in November 2011.

Neverending

Inside the Akademie der Kuenste on the Pariser Platz. I love these stairways, they remind me of and M.C. Escher design or something out of Harry Potter. Photo taken in November 2011. To see more monochrome, take a look at the Weekend in Black and White.

Reflections on Pariserplatz

A reflected look at Pariserplatz in Berlin. And a bonus autoportrait! Photo taken in November 2011. If you like reflective shots, take a look at Weekend Reflections.

Brandenburger tor

One of Berlin's most recognizable landmarks, the Brandenburg Gate is always nice to see! Photo taken in November 2011. To see more skies from around the world, visit Skywatch.

City art

I found this statue near the Tiergarten Park. Unfortunately, I don't recall who the artist is. But it makes for an interesting piece. Photo taken in November 2011.

Pregnant oyster

The House of the Cultures of the World is affectionately known to Berliners as the Pregnant Oyster. The building was used as a convention center when East and West were divided. Now it's used for art exhibitions and performances. Normally there is a shallow reflecting pool around that sculpture, but it had already been drained for the winter when I was there. Photo taken in November 2011.

Red in a row

Like many other cities, Berlin has jumped on the city bike bandwagon. For a small annual fee, you get access to rental bicycles all around the city. I think it's a great way to get around, especially in a bike-friendly city like Berlin! Photo taken in November 2011. If you'd like to see more red shots from around the world, visit Ruby Tuesday.

Look down

I usually spend my time looking up, but sometimes it pays to look down. I love this cobblestone design in the street. It reminds me a bit of a triskell, although I found this on the streets of Berlin. Photo taken in  November 2011.

Bundeskanzleramt in the fall

That skinny building with the circle cut-out is the German Chancellery building. This is where the famed Angela works. Word has it, she has a private apartment in there too for the late nights. Must be nice! Photo taken in November 2011.

PS: I'm moving on from the Reichstag, but if you'd like to see the modern glass dome, just click on the link!

Memorial

You'll find this memorial near the Reichstag in Berlin. It remembers the left and centrist politicians who were murdered or sent to concentration camps for their beliefs during the rise of the Nazi party. Photo taken in November 2011. To see more black and white shots from around the world, visit the Weekend in Black and White.

Reichstag details

Here's a closer look at some of the details on the Reichstag in Berlin. I gave you the full frontal view earlier this week. I think it's funny the way they've incorporated a lamp into the sculpture here. Funny and fitting! Photo taken in November 2011.

Afternoon in the park

Many people were out for a stroll in the Tiergarten park. It's a lovely spot to visit when you're in Berlin. Photo taken in November 2011.