Berlin
Germany's capital and largest city, Berlin is a global hub for technology, startups, arts, and culture. With three world-class universities, a thriving IT ecosystem, and one of Germany's largest Indian communities, it is the most popular destination for Indian students and professionals. The city's diverse, cosmopolitan character makes it especially welcoming for newcomers from abroad.
Universities
7 institutions — public universities are tuition-free
ESMT Berlin
Hertie School
CODE University of Applied Sciences
Indian Life
Groceries, spices and places of worship to feel at home
Apna Bazar
- Area
- Neukölln
- Specialty
- Groceries & Spices
- Hours
- Mon-Sat 10-20
India Food Centre
- Area
- Kreuzberg
- Specialty
- South Indian Groceries
- Hours
- Daily 10-21
Himalaya Indian Store
- Area
- Mitte
- Specialty
- Mixed Indian
- Hours
- Mon-Sat 11-20
Spice of India
- Area
- Prenzlauer Berg
- Specialty
- Organic & Premium
- Hours
- Daily 10-20
Hindu Tempel Berlin
Hindu- Deity
- Multi-deity
- Area
- Hermanplatz
- Events
- Diwali, Holi, Navratri
Healthcare
Emergency numbers and the major hospitals in town
Charité – Universitätsmedizin Berlin
One of Europe's largest university hospitals, multiple campuses
Vivantes Klinikum
Berlin's largest municipal hospital group, 9 locations across the city
DRK Kliniken Berlin
Red Cross hospitals with strong emergency and specialist care
Helios Klinikum Berlin-Buch
Major private hospital with oncology and cardiology specialties
Tip: Always carry your Krankenkassenkarte (health insurance card) — doctors and hospitals require it at every visit. Without it you may be billed directly.
Getting Around
Airports, rail connections and the passes worth getting
Berlin Brandenburg Airport (BER)
Direct S-Bahn (S9/S45) from city — ~40 min to Hauptbahnhof
ICE connections to Hamburg (~1.8h), Munich (~4h), Frankfurt (~3.5h). S-Bahn/U-Bahn network covers the entire city.
Cost of Living
Typical monthly expenses in Berlin
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