Indonesian comic artist Sheila Rooswitha Putri and German book artist Gudrun Fenna Ingratubun recently joined forces to hold a workshop with German high school students on urban nature stories.
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An exhibition showcases everyday scenes from Jakarta’s new MRT and Berlin’s metro system, as seen through eyes of two young Indonesian photographers Reiza Nurrafi and Muhamad Putera Wicaksana.
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Indonesia and Germany have well-established relations on a political, economic and cultural level, but what is perhaps less known is that the capitals of the two countries, Jakarta and Berlin, are sister cities. This year, Jakarta and Berlin are celebrating the 25th anniversary of this special partnership with a series of events.
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The Indonesian movie “Aruna dan Lidahnya” (Aruna and her Palate) celebrated its European premiere at the German film festival Berlinale on Monday, followed by a gala dinner, where Berlin-based chef The Duc Ngo served a four-course-menu inspired by the film.
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Every year on 19 November, the United Nations draws the world’s attention to the global sanitary crisis on World Toilet Day. Even in Berlin, a well-functioning sewer system and access to public toilets were not always a given, as Anna Haase’s “Tour de Toilette” proves.
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Often overshadowed by the vast popularity of Germany’s capital, Berlin’s neighbouring city Potsdam is a true gem. Situated on the river Havel, it boasts an abundance of gardens, lakes and palaces.
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Gardens of the World in Berlin-Marzahn features a range of garden styles from different eras and parts of the world. Whether you are an admirer of intricate garden design or simply enjoy long walks, this site is a welcome refuge from bustling city life.
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% Arabica, already a household name among coffee enthusiasts, has recently opened its first European branch in Berlin, Germany.
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It is not hard to understand why the villa, a silent witness to some of the happiest moments of the Liebermann family, was so appealing to the painter and provided him with peace of mind.
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When it comes to lakes, Berliners are truly lucky as they have plenty of options in and around the city, which is especially refreshing during a hot and almost tropical summer when many people seek to cool off.
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Famous for its picturesque landscape of lakes, rivers and canals, never-ending fields and forests as well as medieval castles, churches and quaint villages, Brandenburg literally lies at Berlin’s doorstep and offers an abundance of possibilities for a quick getaway.
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While Berlin is surely a city with countless historical and cultural attractions, there is always the danger visitors may become overwhelmed, and feel the urge to escape the concrete jungle — for a day, at least. Luckily, the perfect getaway exists within city limits: the Pfaueninsel, or Peacock Island is located on the southwestern fringe of Berlin and surrounded by woods and the waters of the river Havel.
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The village of Ribbeck with its famous pear tree has been immortalized in a poem by German novelist Theodor Fontane, first published in 1889. It has recently been restored to its former beauty and now attracts tourists.
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In his last will, Frederick the Great, the King of Prussia from 1740 to 1786, asked to be buried beside his beloved pet greyhounds in the terraced gardens of his favorite residence, Sanssouci Palace, in Potsdam near Berlin.
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A museum located in the heart of Berlin is dedicated to the history of East Germany. Opening its doors in 2006, the DDR Museum has attracted visitors who are eager to learn more about the former communist country.
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It is said that there are approximately 2,000 currywurst stands in Berlin and that every year, around 70 million currywursts are consumed in the city. But the currywurst is not only popular in Berlin — throughout the whole country, Germans are fond of the dish and over 800 million currywursts find their way into German stomachs annually.
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