Ullmann 610156 Art And Architecture - Berlin

Berlin is distinguished by an exciting and unusual history that is mirrored in its unique architecture and countless museums with works of art famous throughout the world. The Reichstag building the Brandenburg Gate the Palace of Charlottenburg and Potsdamer Platz are only a few of the countless stops the viewer can explore in detail. Berlin exerts a very special fascination not least because of its former status as a divided city. This richly illustrated volume offers a comprehensive insight into this metropolisÆ boundless diversity. In competently written texts the author presents a journey through the most significant stages of BerlinÆs artistic and architectural history from its beginnings to the present day.More than 600 splendid color photographs document the eventful artistic and cultural development of this extraordinary city which to this day is famous for its pulsating life. 480 pages.

Comprehensive presentation of the development of Berlin from the cityÆs beginnings to the present day

The most significant architectural masterpieces: from government buildings and religious structures to palaces and gardens

More than 600 high quality full-color photos and illustrations many of which are full page