Name of old German town/city near Berlin maybe was old Capital City perhaps. Had lovely old homes/gardens?

Question

I have visited this place & wish to go back. On the road to it there were very large homes, gardens some with ornate figures at gateways. The town centre was like one long wide boulevarde. At the top of the hill ther was a large city gate way I remember a restraunt with a little boy figurine "water" feature also either side the of boulevarde were old shops & apartments being restored 1997 - Not far from the gateway there were large old commercial 2/3 storey buildings complete with bulet traces in the walls. does anyone know the name of the place as I;m returning to Berlin in June and want to re-visit. Thanks

Answer 1

Does Braunshweig ring a bell?

Answer 2

Potsdam.

Answer 3

You are not talking about Potsdam, are you? It was the residence of Prussian kings.

Answer 4

I haven't a clue but this map is sure to help: http://www.mapquest.com/maps/map.adp?for...

If you find the name let me know too, please.