Alt-Moabit by junge1
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Houses like these along Kirchstrasse in Alt-Moabit can be found through much of the inner city of Berlin. They were usually built in the late 1800's, have five to six stories with what is known in German 'Hinterhoefen', additional apartments away from the street around backyards.
Many of these houses were damaged or destroyed during World War II. They have been rebuilt in a slightly different, more modern style, with modern amenities. A casual observe would have a hard time distinguishing the difference, but my brother (billcody) who lives in the neighborhood, pointed out the differences.
What I noticed since the fall of the wall about 20 some years ago is that all houses looked well maintained, not only here where the German government moved after the fall of the wall, but throughout the city.
This neighborhood reminds me of similar neighborhoods in other cities, like Paris, Barcelona, and Buenos Aires.
This picture was taken on 23 December 2013,
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Comments (26)
Faemike55
It would be my guess that the owners have a real sense of pride about who they are and where they live. it reflects in how they take care of their area. great capture and narrative
jayfar
A super street scene Sig.
Juliette.Gribnau
love this kinf of architecture
gaius
What a wonderful trip you had ; thanks for sharing these superb photos.
bazza
Great contrast between the old style of buildings and the modern cars. great shot and info Sig.
barryjeffer
Those homes are beautiful, but it looks so packed. Very tight quarters on the streets. Beautiful shot!
Richardphotos
I hope they have elevators! beautiful cityscape
JuliSonne
I love these district also. Much has been restored. But I am always happy when I "ancient house" discover. Advertising from the past, backyards ... up to 5 courtyards, where a life of its own held. Here were many small workshops and often with horse transports. Eben real "Zille milieu". I am glad that you see Berlin with eyes open.
junge1
@Richardphotos. No Richard, they usually don't!
nefertiabet
Wonderful capture from Berlin!!!
Crudelitas
Wonderful shot and very interesting informations!
sandra46
GREAT SHOT
flavia49
fabulous cityscape
tigertim
Excellent photo, a great shot of a slice of life in Berlin, and thanks for the info too.. very interesting!
starship64 Online Now!
Great capture!
UVDan
It is like a prison.
RaykesPictures
Nice cityscape
angora
no elevators?? pfff ;-) love this architecture!! looks so much better than 'modern appartments' do!! and def. more variation! (that's a lot of cars!)
farmerC
Shining.
SunriseGirl
I love how you were able to capture the architecture and the vehicles together, but without the vehicles blocking the buildings. Thanks for sharing the info and the scene. :)
sossy
bin nie in berlin gewesen und freue mich einiges darüber zu sehen und zu lesen! danke! ;o)
kgb224
Superb capture my friend. God bless.
ontar1
Looks crowded with all the cars, but great view!
emmecielle
Wonderful scene and info! Great capture! :)
auntietk
I wouldn't like to move heavy furniture up to the fifth or sixth floor! Yikes! But they certainly are picturesque, and undoubtedly lovely places to live once the furniture is all situated. :P
danapommet
An excellent zoom and narrative - it all looks new to me!!