Brandenburg Gate
Berlin, Germany
9 Stories
30 min
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1. Welcome to the Brandenburg Gate!
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Listen to the tumultuous history of the Brandenburg Gate, one of Germany's most ... show more
2. The construction of the Gate
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Dive deeper into the Brandenburg Gate's fascinating history and architecture. Di... show more
3. Sculptures and Symbolism
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Explore the hidden symbolism on the Brandenburg Gate. Discover artifacts, includ... show more
4. The Quadriga and Napoleon
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Learn about the fascinating history behind the sculpture on top of the Brandenbu... show more
5. The Gate in the National Socialist Era
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Learn how the gate was used as a backdrop for Nazi propaganda and the infamous t... show more
6. The Destruction in World War II
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Hear about the devastating Battle of Berlin and the gate's near destruction and ... show more
7. The Gate during the Division of Germany
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Discover how the gate disappeared from Berlin city life between 1961 and 1989, a... show more
8. The Reunification and Reopening of the Gate
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Learn about the historic Fall of the Wall in 1989, the re-opening of the Branden... show more
9. The Gate Today - A Backdrop for Celebrations
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Listen to the legend of David Hasselhoff's involvement in the fall of the Berlin... show more
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