Brandenburger Tor
🇩🇪Germany, Berlin
Brandenburger Tor, situated in Berlin, Germany, is a neoclassical monument completed in 1791. Standing at 26 meters, it features 12 Doric columns and is topped with the Quadriga statue, a chariot drawn by four horses. It served as a city gate and now symbolizes unity.
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Brandenburger Tor was commissioned by King Frederick William II of Prussia and designed by architect Carl Gotthard Langhans. It marks the western end of the Unter den Linden boulevard. The gate has witnessed numerous historical events, including speeches and protests. It is accessible via the S-Bahn and U-Bahn at the Brandenburger Tor station, making it a well-connected landmark for visitors to explore.