Among the many attractions in Berlin, the main one is the Brandenburg Gate, created over 225 years ago. They are known not only for the fact that they became the only remaining part of the fence, but also for the fact that they became symbols of the unification of Germany and the fall of that very Berlin Wall.
Description
The Brandenburg Works is a triumphal arch located at the junction of two large districts. From the west to the gate adjoins the "18th March Square", and from the east - "Parisian Square".
During the construction, stone blocks were used, which were faced with sandstone. The width and height of the gate are 65, 5 and 26 meters, respectively. The structure consists of 2 rows of columns with a thickness of 11 meters. They are placed on six strong supports, and in total the structure creates 5 passes. The structure is crowned with a 6-meter statue with 4 horses under the direction of the goddess Victoria.
It will be important to note 2 places:
- The northern wing contains the "Hall of Silence", the main purpose of which is to remind people of the sad pages of German history.
- In the southern part there is a travel agency, and it is there that tourists will be informed about routes, theaters and concerts. The travel agency works every day, from 9 to 18 hours.
Brandenburg Gate now
Now this attraction has become a must on the tour program. Several times a year, several hundred thousand tourists and residents of Germany gather here to take part in important events, holidays and other events.
Among the main activities are the following:
- party for the New Year. This is a grandiose New Year's performance. Groups of musicians perform on the stage in front of this historical monument every year. And after 9 pm it is difficult to find a place for yourself - a street with a length of over 2 kilometers is filled with people. And at midnight, dozens of lights appear over Berlin, symbolizing the beginning of the new year.
- Berlin marathon. This event is celebrated at the end of September (last weekend), in the very capital of Germany. Over 40 thousand people take part in this event, and among them are athletes from 120 countries. The distance of the marathon is 42 kilometers, and it ends near the Brandenburg Gate.
- fan mile is a celebration for soccer fans. While the World Cup is underway, the territory of the Brandenburg Gate is changing dramatically, and an 80 m2 screen appears on the square. So anyone can personally watch the match and cheer for the national team.
Where are the gates and how to get to them
The exact address of the attraction is Pariser Platz, 10117 Berlin. There are several ways to breathe to the spot:
- Train. These are lines S1, 2, as well as 25 and 26. You need to go to the station called Brandenburger Tor.
- Bus. Here you can take routes TXL and 100. You need to go to the same stop.
- Metro. You can take the U2 or U55 lines. The stop is the same.
On the square, you can buy many collectible cards and souvenirs, as well as find out the cost of visiting the museum.
