Archive for the ‘Christmas in Berlin’ Category

Our Christmas Highlight

Friday, December 28th, 2007

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Our christmas highlight was to catch the train from Berlin to Freiberg (the Switzerland of Saxony).  As you can see by the picture we were slumming it all the way.   Who needs first class when you can spend the whole trip in the dinning carriage?  In Freiberg, Scott Paul and I were greeted by Angelo (Scotts mate). What a fantastic three days.

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Peace on a Wall of Strife

Friday, December 28th, 2007

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A remenemt of the Berlin wall, a yellow peace sign on the wall of strife and pain, a love heart as people expressing the longing for family and friends on the other side.   Since the berlin Wall cme down, modern architecture has been built purposefully around the area. Uniting east and west.

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Ferris Veel

Friday, December 28th, 2007

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As part of our 1st day rampage tour of Berlin, we could not miss the opportunity to  ride a “Ferris Veel”.  The delightful package included Blue blankets, Gluvine and room for a view.  A Spectacular way to see Berlin in all it’s glory.

The Memorial

Thursday, December 27th, 2007

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The Memorial to the murdered Jews of Europe was a place of reflection.  The memorial was designed by Peter Eiseman and…

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You Gotta Shut the Gate Mate

Thursday, December 27th, 2007

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Brandenburg Gate was a highlight of sight seeing pleasure. The gate is the only city gate remaining in Berlin.

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In the Beginning…Train Station

Thursday, December 27th, 2007

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Our tour of Berlin began at the Beautiful station Haup Bahnhof (the central station of Berlin), with our Uncle Scott (our personal tour guide). We were amazed buy the beautiful architecture, and the efficiency of German rail. It was a holiday for the eyes and soul.

Merry Christmas

Monday, December 24th, 2007

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Hello to all of our family and friends!  We wish you a blessed Christmas, and so does this Lego Santa.  We miss you all! Have a lovely day in Aus, eating prawns.   Merry Christmas from Berlin, the land of Christmas.  Love Paul and Lauren xxxooo.