Berlin’s Iconic Landmarks: How Have They Evolved Over Time?

Greetings to one of the most historic cities of Europe, that has a lot to offer, starting from history, and ending up with numerous attractions. As you read this post, you will also get to know more about Berlin or also if you are planning to travel at Berlin, know already the transformation of the most famous attraction in that city.

 

Brandenburg Gate

Starting with probably Berlin’s most famous symbol, which is the Brandenburg gate. This Freedom bell was built in the late 18th century as a Neoclassical structure which initially represented unity of Germany; it also came to be a striking historical icon of Berlin wall dividing East and West.

 

During the division, the Brandenburg Gate was closed and became a symbol of division line. The gate was mainly noticed after the collapse of the Berlin Wall in 1989 when this symbol became associated with reunification. Today it is one of the key points of the city, and non-conqueror symbol of the Prussian’s peaceful reign and freedom which is situated by the entrance to Unter den Linden.

 

Checkpoint Charlie

Checkpoint Charlie which is today a crossing between East and West Berlin symbolizes the checkered history of the city during the period of the cold war. It was at first a wooden hut, then a more solid construction was built to regulate access in and out of both sides of the city.

 

While the current checkpoint no longer exists, there is a replica, to provide a sense of history and appreciation of this location. Currently Checkpoint Charlie is a symbol of that division and fight that people have gone through to be free.

 

Reichstag Building

The German parliament known as the ‘Reichstag Building’ is an architectural creation which itself has experienced quite a history. Though the building is believed to have been put up circa 1889 to 1910, it came under some destruction during Second World War and the separation of Berlin city into two parts.

 

After the reunification work on the Reichstag was undertaken and new features such as a glass dome were built to represent the new Germany. An Ierschnit of the old and the new architecture, the Reichstag now symbolizes Berlin’s openness and freedom after the fall of the communistic regime.

 

East Side Gallery

It is a fairly public matter in that the Berlin Wall divided East and West Berlin for nearly thirty years. Today the place where is located East Side Gallery reflects the reunification of the city and the feelings that people had during this time.

 

The East Side Gallery is an outside picture which showcases pieces of mural art by different artists for people to see. These brightly colored and provocative paintings are painted on a section of the division that still exists in Berlin turning a sobering piece of history into an artistic and triumphant mural.

 

Conclusion

Various historical and contemporary landmarks exist in Berlin and described the structure and development from a divided city to a united city. All these buildings have a history behind them, or a history that they represent, but most of all they represent the spirit of people of Berlin.

 

Whenever you are wandering around famous locations of Berlin think about its history and the path it has been through. Get a feel of the city, explore its history and even a sneak peek at what the future holds for the city.


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