Another 'long night of museums' celebrated in Berlin

The 38th "Long Night of Museums" has been celebrated in Berlin from Saturday night to Sunday early morning.

A number of 77 participating museums have remained open until 2:00 a.m. on Sunday and organized hundreds of activities for the event.

Mayor of Berlin Michael Mueller kicked off the "Long Night" at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday in front of the prestigious Old Museum on the Museum Island.

Chinese doctor candidate Lv Yanhong from Berlin's Charite teaching hospital started his visit from the Pergamon museum nearby, which is famous for its Islamic culture exhibition.

"It's my first time to take part in this event. I'm interested in history and military, so I plan to make full use of tonight to visit some museums with related themes," Lv told Xinhua.

The traditional cultural event of the city has been celebrated twice a year since 1997. Visitors can access to all exhibitions in these museums with one common entrance ticket, also take free shuttle buses between different museums.

Not only the convenience, but also some special programs prepared by different museums for the event help attract more visitors than in ordinary days.

In German history museum, a music band called Cherry Bandora was performing Greek-Turkish style songs. The museum has made it as recommendation for the "Long Night".

The night became deeper, but the Moellers were still in high spirits.

"We have just visited the New Museum, because my son Damian is interested archaeology. The items on display are great. We will go to another three later," said Mr. Moeller outside the Berlin Cathedral.

Berlin has been lightened tonight by these museums' lights, also history, culture and art they represent.

Source : XINHUA