The sky was truely purple as a storm cleared in the early evening. Brandenburger Torr Fireworks can be seen celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Brandenburg Gate. It was left in it's damaged state as a reminder of the war. The French Cathedral can be found on the Platz der Akademie on the eastern side of where the wall was. The Kurfurstendamm is active late into the night.
Colorful lights enhance a the atnosphere.
Unfortunately this building had been torn down when I visited again in August 2001. One of the many murals to be found painted on the East Side Gallery. This square between the Memorial Church and the Europa Center is always teeming with activity. Schloss Charlottenburg Charlottenburg Palace was build as a small country house for Electress Sophie Charlotte who later became the first Queen of Prussia. The Berlin Cathedral with the television tower in the background.