| Country: | Germany |
|---|---|
| Region: | Berlin |
| Elevation: | 227 ft 69 msnm |
| Area: | 345 sq mi 892 km² |
| Population: | 3,429,300 inhabitants |
| Currency: | Euro ( € ) |
| Electricity: | 220v |
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| Telephone code: | +49 |
Berlin is Germany's capital and seat
of government in Germany. Berlin, with 3.4 million inhabitants is the
largest city in Germany and the fifth largest city in the European
Union.
The city of Berlin itself, is also the state (Land) of Berlin.
Berlin is crossed by the rivers Spree and Havel, northeastern Germany.
It is surrounded by the land of Brandenburg, but not part, but the city
is one of the German federal states.
Berlin is an important center of politics, media, culture and science
in Europe. The city is a major center of transportation and one of the
most visited cities on the continent. Has a number of universities, research
institutions and museums internationally. The city is an attraction for
art and culture professionals from around the world.
In 2006 he was chosen by UNESCO Creative City.