Berlin day 5. September 28,

Last touring day and so much more to see. We took the suggestion of the Youngerman's friend Beth, who is living here for the year, and walked to the wall memorial on  Bergstrasse at the Mauer Park. I would put this as a top must see place to visit, even if you only have one day . It is the longest section of the wall still standing, which runs for a number of blocks. In the death strip is a large green space parallel to the wall with information kiosks, photos , maps, and ground markers delineating former structures. They explain the timeline and building sequence, the history of escapes, and the upheaval of the cemetery and church on this section. This wide open space with the guard tower presiding  is one of the most lonely and sad places I have experienced.

Up for another walk, we walked to near the Hackescher market again to a recommended lunch place, Alta Europe.  I would say this area is the Soho of Berlin, so is populated by many coffee shops, unique restaurants and upscale shops. Lucky for us it was a market day. There was a small food and vegetable area, and a larger area, maybe 20 stands of crafts. Some were higher end, mainly for apparel. The cafes were populated by the weekend crowds, and buskers entertained. 

We were determined to get some museum viewing in, so walked across the bridge to museum island.  We only had 3 hours , enough time for one museum in the complex, so the Pergemon it was. Excellent choice. The reconstructed temple excavated from Turkey is spectacular. Not to be outdone by the gates of Ishtar and the facade of a market.  With time running out we wanted to see what Alexanderplatz was about so walked there. The needle seems to be the attraction, but the park and concert did not interest us. We walked home exhausted only to snag a coveted last minute reservation

At the restaurant Katz Orange.  It had been written up in the NYT recently and was well deserving of the positive review. In a set back courtyard in a building that could well have been a convent or school, a very comfortable yet simple and elegant dining room was a welcome place to relax and enjoy good food and good company. Our last night in Berlin and so much more to see.