The law isn't really enforced, though, as tourists come from around the world to see the artwork here. This community still maintains this tradition because it acts as a testament to freedom for the people. Hundreds of artworks remain on what is left of the Berlin Wall, which used to separate East Berlin and West Berlin when they were occupied by different governments.
May Day is connected to Berlin's environment as the people celebrate autonomy and liberty. The society here is quite collective. That means Berliners highly value the overall well-being of their people. So many people came to this year's event that you could barely walk through the streets! I even saw a car become stuck in the middle of a huge crowd. I imagine this annual demonstration will continue for many years.
Street art and graffiti thrives because the environment here protects expression. It is a form of free speech displayed in pieces ranging from a political message to a massive portrait. Every Sunday, people can watch as street artists come to a local flea market and spraypaint the walls of a huge soccer stadium. How does this compare to how graffiti is viewed in your town?
