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Swipe, stroll and time-travel – Berlin’s Museum Island goes digital

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Can’t make it to Berlin this summer? No problem. One of the world’s most iconic cultural sites is now just a click away. Museum Island – home to the Ishtar Gate, Caspar David Friedrich’s Monk by the Sea, and countless other treasures – invites you to explore its collections online.

  • Swipe right on art: The Perfect Match! app from the Bode Museum turns artworks into chat partners – modeled after popular dating apps. Choose your favorite pieces and start a conversation. Ideal for anyone navigating Vancouver’s vibrant online dating scene!
  • Babylon Reloaded: The Pergamon Museum’s south wing remains closed for renovations – but you can explore the famous Ishtar Gate and processional way virtually, complete with an audio guide.
  • Caspar David Friedrich restored: Watch how masterpieces like Monk by the Sea were carefully restored to reveal their original brilliance. A fascinating look into historical painting techniques.
  • Uruk – 5,000 years of a megacity: Learn about the ancient Sumerian city where Gilgamesh once ruled. This digital tour brings a century of archaeological research to life.
  • Backstories: A film series offering surprising insights into the lives behind Berlin’s artworks – from iconic sculptures to forgotten treasures.

Start exploring today – no passport required!

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