Berlin and Munich

What observations have you made about people in Berlin and Munich? Explain and give specific examples so your remarks are in a context or contexts. 
    The people in Berlin have more of a “city like” fashion. Munich is kind of similar but I noticed it more in Berlin. Everywhere we went in Berlin people were dressed up in nice coats, scarves, and tight jeans. Munich is a little similar but I noticed more casual dress here. This could be due to the international diversity that is here in Munich. I observed more Italians here in Munich than I did in Germany. I also met more Americans here in Munich. There is a much more diverse society in Munich than there is in Berlin. I also noticed some Middle East cultures here in regarding the people and food. I preferably like Munich better because there is more culture diversity than there was in Berlin. I have listen to the accents at restaurants and shops and I have noticed less German accents in Munich. For instance, I walked into the Hard Rock Cafe (expecting no Americans) and the first bartender I listen to is American. He was the only American in the place. The next bar we went to coincidentally spoke English and sounded like he was from the U.K. Then, 7 other guys walked in, spoke English, and sounded like they were from the U.K.

Look at a map of Berlin and at a map of Munich. What can the maps tell you about these cities' histories?
    The two cities seemed to have had a center point. The center point shows where all the roads would lead to and probably lead to the main part of the the city. The point in the city could have been where political buildings were built or churches. The points can also indicate where transportation was made accessible. This would allow easy access of trade and create a center for political events. The map also recognizes where division of East and West could have taken place in Berlin. Looking at the map I identified the center of Berlin and how the division was created.

Both cities are located on waterways, are very densely populated, and use water in brewing. How might access to water affect trade in cities?
    Water affects trade in cities because brewers need water to brew. Water is the most significant part of brewing. The rivers could have also been used as a transportation source to ship the beers to different locations. There were not always automobiles and trains, so they could have transfer beers by trading along the river. The river would have made water available to those living near it and made farming effective. People could trade foods for beverages making trading efficient in old times. Access to water would promote trading and allow people to make crops, brew, and transport goods.

    Overall, I have really enjoyed Germany. The history here is fascinating and I have learned so much in so little time. Not only was I able to study brewing in their culture, but historic events that has changed the perception of many minds around the world about Germany. You never here about the resistance during the second world war or the people that took a stand. I never truly understood the magnitude of specific land marks in Germany. It wasn’t until I stood on German soil and experienced all these things myself was I able to experience the true culture and historic buildings that display so much of this countries history. I marvel at this culture and the cities I have visited in the past two weeks.

ALOHA