berlinHistory 3.5.14

Exploring Berlin is akin to walking through the pages of a rich historical narrative, where numerous layers of the past coexist beneath the modern façade. Many remnants of history have diminished over time, leading even the most history-savvy individuals to overlook significant sites around the city.

The berlinHistory app offers a critical resource by pinpointing the locations of important historical sites, buildings, and events. This innovative tool effectively reveals the hidden dimensions of Berlin's past for both locals and visitors alike.

While there are various websites and apps dedicated to Berlin's history, many suffer from limited visibility, infrequent updates, and a narrow audience. In contrast, the berlinHistory app aspires to be a comprehensive platform encompassing all facets of the city’s historical narrative.

In collaboration with Berlin's historical and cultural institutions, the berlinHistory app has established a “digital museum” that curates a wide array of historical content, forming meaningful thematic connections and ensuring user accessibility. This continually evolving platform is designed for individuals of all ages and backgrounds, remaining free and devoid of advertisements.

The app features multilingual texts on significant sites, themes, and eras, enhanced with before-and-after photographs. Users can also access numerous Points of Interest (POIs) that include historical video footage and audio recordings of personal accounts.

Additionally, the app provides audio-guided thematic walking tours that highlight historically relevant locales beyond traditional tourist routes.

A variety of display options—including thematic view, list view, and epoch view—empower users to filter content according to their preferences, thereby enhancing their overall experience.

Key Features:

• Location-based texts available in German and English
• Image galleries showcasing pertinent visuals
• Before-and-after imagery
• Timelines illustrating various epochs through imagery
• Supplementary texts on epochs and events, along with biographies
• Digital audio tours integrated with multimedia elements (photos, audio clips, videos, music)
• Historical content organized by epoch
• Precise historical maps and aerial photographs
• Topic-based tab view with search functionality
• Contemporary witness interviews and other relevant video content