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Matt Frei takes us on an extraordinary journey around Berlin in a new series from the BBC and The Open University. He reveals the city's unique culture, extraordinary past and electrifying present.

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Berlin is a city of social as well as architectural experimentation. Find out how architects creatively make use of the buildings and spaces in Germany's...  Read more : Berlin map: Architecture

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This theme highlights how historical events shaped the outline and living conditions within Berlin and left visible marks of political separation as well as unification.  Read more : Berlin map: Borders

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Explore where political division has left barren lands as a reminder of separation, and where rivers run through and form natural openings.  Read more : Berlin map: Spaces

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Some areas of Berlin, such as Turkish Kreuzberg and the well-known Prenzlauer Berg epitomize the traditional Kiez – neighbourhood, or 'Szene' – culture, of the...  Read more : Berlin map: Cultures

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Alongside its importance as a political and economical centre, Berlin has become one of the most vibrant and influential cultural hubs in the world.  Read more : Berlin map: Arts

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 If you enjoyed exploring Berlin, why not try getting to know the city in the local language?  Launch now: The German language zone

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This section introduces you to websites where you can plan and timetable your exploration of the German capital and where you can find out what’s...  Read more : Visiting Berlin

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To do a short, online beginners' course in German and enjoy a German comedian's take on his language, visit bbc.co.uk.  Read more : German on bbc.co.uk

First broadcast: Saturday 14 Nov 2009 on BBC TWO
Showing again from Monday 29 Nov 2010 on BBC Four