Brandenburg Gate
The Brandenburg Gate was built between 1789 and 1793 based on the designs of Carl Gotthard Langhans. This early Neoclassical triumphal arch is located in Berlin's Mitte district on Pariser Platz and is the only surviving one of what were once 18 city gates in Berlin. Inspired by ancient Greek and Roman architecture, the gate is today considered one of Germany's most important landmarks. It is crowned by the Quadriga with Victoria, the goddess of victory, symbolically bringing peace to the city. During the Cold War, the Brandenburg Gate stood directly on the border between East and West Berlin and became a symbol of German division and reunification.
Reichstag Building
The Reichstag Building was constructed between 1884 and 1894 according to the plans of architect Paul Wallot in the Neo-Renaissance style. It is located on Platz der Republik directly on the left bank of the Spree River. Since 1999, the Reichstag has been the official seat of the German Bundestag. Particularly striking is the modern glass dome above the plenary chamber, which was designed by Foster + Partners after reunification. With its impressive architecture, the Reichstag Building is one of the most famous and most visited government buildings in the world.
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