...I met Nefertiti...
Just like how London has Thames, Paris has Siene, Amsterdam has Amstel, there is a river flowing bang in the middle of Berlin called Spree. And bang in the middle of the city, in the middle of Spree, is a tiny little island on top of which are 5 Museums & 1 Church.
Pic Courtesy: Philip Pikart via Wikimedia Commons
To Get There:
Nearest bus stop: Lustgarden
Nearest Metro station: Hackescher Markt
Nearest Metro station: Hackescher Markt
Entry fee: €10 (free with 72h Welcome Card + Museumsinsel)
The Museum has a free coat/bag storage facility.
P.S: I was invited by Visit Berlin - Welcome Card to experience the city for review purpose, however the opinions are my own and this post does not to advertise the product/service.
Dedicated to Venkat
P.S: I was invited by Visit Berlin - Welcome Card to experience the city for review purpose, however the opinions are my own and this post does not to advertise the product/service.
Dedicated to Venkat
I think there would hardly ever be a student of art history who is not fascinated by Egyptian art and culture. I remember reading "Nefertiti - by nick drake" to know more about her. When I was in Met I vowed to stay and take photos in the Egyptian section until the guard threw me out
ReplyDeleteWe spent a whole day at the Museum Mile and it was such an enriching experience. My favourite was the Pergamon...it was like a trip into the past, across the entire world. Nefertiti fascinates me too, and I suppose photography is prohibited because flash may damage delicate pieces.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe it... I was in Berlin in November and I had no clue about this! I would love to see the island and the museums. I guess I'll have to keep this in mind for a future trip :)
ReplyDeleteSo innovative. particularly the circular patterns on the hat to tell the time. How amazing. Reminded me of Jantar Mantar in Jaipur, India. Have you been there?
ReplyDeleteFirst of all, museum island is the greatest idea! I love Germany, but had no idea this existed. I agree, one day would not be enough to visit all 5 museums. These look incredible.
ReplyDeleteI have never been to Berlin but all that exquisite Egyptian Art brings back many good memories for me. I actually lived in a place called El Minia (in 1989) on the Nile that had lots of links to Nefertiti. Great Post. Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteI never knew the river flowing through Berlin was called the Spree. I had never heard of Nefertiti, I'm sure she was beautiful though being Egyptian, she looks good in her bust. It's good they have places like this to show all the items that have been excavated.
ReplyDeleteI really wish we had have visited Nefertiti at Museum Island when we visited Berlin last year. Thanks for sharing this!
ReplyDeleteI've been to Berlin but never knew that this island existed. I'm fascinated with Egyptian art so would love to see the sculptures and of course, Nefertiti.
ReplyDeleteI love the history you learn about in these types of museums. I remember visiting one in Cairo and it having so much to learn about the Egyptians. It was so big that you couldn't see everything and it was a long time ago. I feel the Neues Museum is something I would really.
ReplyDeleteAs for Berlin, I really love this city. Thanks fr sharing.
These look like great museums, I would love to visit. I love Egyptian history and any history really. The outside of the museums look impressive too. Berlin looks like a great place to visit.
ReplyDeleteI love Museum Island in Berlin - so much amazing art and history in a tiny little block. Its a shame you can't take pictures of Nefertiti - but I suppose that means I'll have to go back to Berlin to see her beauty for myself!
ReplyDeleteAlso being an art history student, Nefertiti was practically crammed into my head from Egyptian history. The significance of the piece can't be overstated and it's amazing that you were able to see it in person. Beyond the bust, the Neues Museum looks like it has a really impressive collection. Hopefully when I make it to Berlin, Nefertiti will still be there!
ReplyDeleteI have always wanted to go to Germany. Would love to visit these museums. You have very beautifully written about your experience and the pain of not being able to click a pic of Nefertiti. It is indeed crazy that our forefather knew about leap years, the difference between lunar and solar times. Pheww.
ReplyDeleteA great write-up.
From the sculpture of Nefertiti's bust it looks like she was very beautiful women with sharp features! Though we have no idea in the field of art, we always make a point to visit at least one museum and its so interesting to go through the exhibits inside. The golden hat looks so huge, wonder whoever wore it how did he/she carried them around!
ReplyDeleteOH this is awesome we actually live 3 hour from Berlin and I had forgotten that they had such an amazing Egyptian art collection there. My kids would love to see this - and so would I. Thanks for the reminder we need to get there!
ReplyDeleteThat's so funny that you have a friend that looks like Nefertiti, she must be beautiful! This looks like an awesome museum, thanks for putting this on my radar. I'll have to make sure I visit!
ReplyDeleteMuseum island! Sounds awesome and reminds me of museum island in Amsterdam! I'm not really a museum goer but these do look fun!
ReplyDeleteI loved Museum Island when I was in Berlin. I saw the Neues Museum and the Pergamon. It took up quite a bit of time, but was definitely worth it. It was very annoying about not being allowed to take Nefertiti's picture! I just bought a postcard of her.
ReplyDeleteI am happy for you that you got to see the real stuff of Nefertiti. I love visiting museums, and I hope I'll be able to visit them all too.
ReplyDeleteWho would not love to visit an island wilh 5 museums on it? And you get to see legit stuff of Neferiti. The architecture as expected was again amazing beyond words!
ReplyDeleteAmazing amazing post. Because of this post, this island is really a must-visit for me if we visit Berlin someday. To see that bust of Nefertiti for real alone is a big reason to visit the place.
ReplyDeleteI spent almost an entire day visiting the Museum Island in Berlin and it was just amazing. Such a pity that you didn't get to visit Pergamonmuseum; the reconstructed buildings inside are incredible! Hopefully for next time, I'm sure you'll love it! :)
ReplyDeleteThat's nice! The architecture of the museums resembles the Acropolis in Athens. I'm not a fan of big cities like London or Berlin, but I love archaeology and I'm a big fan of ancient civilization stories and London Museum of Natural History was my favorite site.
ReplyDeleteIt is sad some museums don't allow photography. I can imagine the guard standing in front of your camera, faced a similar situation once before :P :) Great captures otherwise.
ReplyDeletei love going to museum, it's my kind of thing. I like seeing amazing structure and history! very interesting post.
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However if you're in BERLIN and short of time, I'd recommend a visit to the Museum of the BERLIN - GERMANY. Its amazing and historical. Me and my children really like this museum. goo.gl/e3MIua
ReplyDeleteThere's so much heritage in Egyptian history. It's nice we see a lot of those items here.
ReplyDeleteI love visiting museums, and this one looks awesome. It is definitely going on my list!
ReplyDeleteThis seems like a very interesting museum. I love Egyptian history and like to visit museums or read about it. I have never properly visited Berlin but it is on my list. I have heard so many good things about it.
ReplyDeleteThats funny.. i have been in Berlin several times already and the name "Museumsinsel" is super familiar.. but I never really thought about it as an Museum (silly, I know) and I did not know neither that they are having this great Egyptian Exibition! It's definitely something I will keep in mind when being next time in Berlin!
ReplyDeleteI have an image just like your second one I found Berlin to be amazing. It was my first trip abroad by myself and I would love to go back to see Spree.
ReplyDeleteI'm not much of a history buff, but this architecture looks mind-blowing! :)
ReplyDeleteMuseum island wow! Why have I never heard of this place! 5 days is not enough to appreciate the museums and really take everything in.
ReplyDeleteBerlin is such an awesome city, there are so much things to do and to see there. And Museum island is really amazing!
ReplyDeleteWhen we went to Berlin we stayed not too far from museum island. It's fantastic having so many museums close together. The architecture is amazing as well so it's an all around good time.
ReplyDeleteMy cousin visited Berlin few years ago and she said it was a wonderful place. Reading your travelogue stirs my interest more. Nice coverage to the city. Lucky you got this lovely opportunity. :)
ReplyDeletewhen we went to germany we wanted to go to berlin, but it was a shame we didn't get to it! This looks like you had such a fantastic time. Museum island looks so cool!
ReplyDeleteI've always had a deep interest in Egyptian history so i'll definitely be visiting this museum. Like you, I had no idea she was there!!
ReplyDeleteWow, so cool! I have never been to Berlin but it is definitely on my list!!
ReplyDeleteI really love touring on a museum. I can stay there for hours and learn the country's history
ReplyDeleteYour post makes me feel like going back to reading about the Egyptian history! I thought Nefertiti reminded me a little of Tilda Swinton (The nun in Dr Strange!). what do you think?
ReplyDeleteI did not expect that Nefertiti's sculptures can be found in a museum in Germany. I also like her beauty. It is strange that you cannot take a photo of Nefertiti. There is must be a special reason but we do not know. Haha! I'd love to visit these museums too someday.
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