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Berlin : Germany
The German capital welcomed the new century with lights raking the misty sky and with thousands of people setting off fireworks in the streets. The Brandenburg Gate was the focus of the city’s celebrations but there were also concerts taking place along the city's central avenue, Unter den Linden.

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