On our final day in Dresden, we visited the Dresden Cathedral, noting its reconstruction after WWII. We explored a Christmas market featuring typical fare and an flea market market. A search for a synagogue led to a concrete menorah instead of the building. We enjoyed a surprise concert at the Church of Our Lady before concluding our day.
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Cruising the Elbe River and More Christmas in Dresden, Germany
On our first day in Dresden, we explored the historic Christmas markets, admired the Baroque architecture of Zwinger Palace, and enjoyed a river cruise on the Elbe. We visited a unique medieval market and attended a dazzling Christmas Garden event at Pillnitz Palace, ending the day with a delicious handbrot.
First Impressions of Dresden, Germany in Fading Light
After four days in Berlin, we headed to Dresden, attracted by its historic Christmas market. We navigated a large train station, faced seat mix-ups, and enjoyed scenic views during the two-hour trip. In Dresden we explored the old town, admired architecture, and passed through Christmas markets, ending the day at Starbucks.
Berlin’s Infamous Wall and a Castle in One Day
On our final day in Berlin, we explored the city’s history, focusing on the Berlin Wall and its complexities. We visited the Berlin Wall Memorial, learning about its impact and the lives affected by it. In the evening, we enjoyed our last Christmas Market at Charlottenburg Palace, experiencing its festive atmosphere and unique light projections.
Berlin Inspires with Its History, Street Art, and Christmas Markets
On our third day in Berlin, Germany we visited the historical sites of Checkpoint Charlie, The Memorial for the Jews, and the Berlin Cathedral. We also looked for some well known street art and checked out two Christmas markets making it a full day of activity.
The Painted Berlin Wall and Festive Christmas Markets
On our second day in Berlin, we navigated snow and explored significant sites, including the East Side Gallery, which features themed art from various artists. Then we visited two Christmas markets, first in Spandau, which disappointed with limited non-food stalls, and another near the Berlin Cathedral, offering more variety and festive decorations.
Finding Famous Sites in Cold Berlin, Germany
Two years ago we decided to visit Christmas markets in Europe. We went to Budapest and Prague because they had markets that continued after Christmas. However, we felt like we really needed to go to Germany to truly see Christmas markets. This year we realized we could visit the markets early over Thanksgiving week when travel was less expensive. We started with a visit to Berlin. My daughter and her friend would join us for the first half of our…
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Around the World on a Mission: The Beginning
I was 20 years old when I traveled for the first time on an airplane. That was 49 years ago. However, it wasn’t just any airplane ride. It was the beginning of a mission, a mission that would impact my life for years to come. For the next month I would travel around the world and see some of the most famous locations in the world as well as see what poverty really looks like. It would be my first…
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