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earch Google for ‘Berlin reinvention’ and you’ll fi nd
excitable entries for everything from architecture
and design to cuisine and clubbing.
In a way, it’s not surprising. The fall of the Berlin Wall
triggered a process that saw a divided city reunite,
regenerate and, eventually, completely reinvent itself.
The German capital — the focus of our cover story
(p.80) — was divided for over 50 years, but has spent the
past three decades making up for lost time. So far this
century, it’s proved to be a hotbed of progressive
movements, creativity and culture.
A sense of rebirth, of freedom, of being able to start
again is what sparked this renaissance, helped by a
youthful spirit, cheap rents and arts funding. Go there
today, and you’ll fi nd a city very much at ease with itself.
In many respects, it’s a lot like Detroit, another place
that’s emerged from hard times by embracing creativity
and trying new things. In this issue, you’ll get to experience
both cities in their full, unfettered glory. Our feature on
Detroit reveals a city embarking on an exciting new
chapter (p.138), while our cover story examines just what
makes Berlin Europe’s coolest, most confi dent capital.PAT RIDDELL, EDITORReader Awards
There’s still time to have your say in our
annual awards, plus you could be in with a
chance of winning an incredible prize (p.14).Travel Writing Competition
A er reading hundreds of entries, we’ve found
our top three. Read the travel tales that stood
out in this year’s competition (p.190).Adventure guide
Free with this issue, our guide is full of
practical tips, tales, advice and inspiration for
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