Beautiful Berlin: The City's Most Photogenic Sites

One of the city's most well-known sights, the Brandenburg Gate was built in the 18th century at the behest of Prussian King Frederick William II. On top of the gate, the Quadriga statue (that depicts the Goddess of Victory on her chariot,) was once taken by Napoleon as a prize. It was shipped to Paris at the time of the Napoleonic Wars, but returned in 1814 by the Prussians as the tides of the conflicts turned.

Berlin enjoys a temperate climate year-round, so anytime is a great time to see the Gate, but the Festival of Lights in October is especially beautiful. For 10 days, artists transform many of the city's historic locations into colorful artistic canvases using strobes, lasers and projections. Music and performances are also scheduled during the Festival.