Palaces and Potsdam
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Grüße aus Berlin! As we wrapped up our first week (It is going by so fast!), the students continued to become acquainted with the landscape of the metropolis of Berlin. Many of the students needed a break from the hustle and bustle of Berlin after their first week so we took a trip out to the small city of Potsdam to discover another part of Germany’s history. Once we arrived, students were led on a tour of Potsdam by yours truly. Students were able to see the Old Market Square, city palace, and the quiant Dutch Quarter (Holländisches Viertel).
Once we had worked our way though the city, it was time to enter the world famous Sanssouci Palace. The palace, built by Friedrich the Great, is surrounded by beautiful gardens and receives many visitors each year. The students took in the grand sights of the palace, while being told about life in the court of Friedrich the Great. Their feet may hurt from all of the walking in Potsdam, but they can now say they’ve seen one of the most famous palaces in all of Germany!
Students have set off for their first host family day of the program. We can’t wait to hear what the students did with their host families when they come for class on Monday!
Bis bald!
Mike
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