Berlin Cathedral (left)
The Berlin Cathedral on Lustgarten on Museum Island was built between 1894 and 1905 according to the plans of architect Julius Raschdorff. With its imposing dome, four towers and magnificent Neo-Renaissance architecture, it is one of Berlin's most famous landmarks. The Berlin Cathedral is the largest Protestant church in Germany and, in addition to church services, also serves as a venue for concerts and state acts. Particularly impressive are the Hohenzollern Crypt, the elaborate interior decorations and the panoramic view from the dome over Berlin's city centre.
Victory Column (right)
The Berlin Victory Column was built between 1864 and 1873 according to a design by Heinrich Strack as a national monument. It commemorates the 19th-century Wars of Unification and is now located on the Großer Stern in the middle of Tiergarten. Originally, the 67-metre-high column stood on Königsplatz and was moved to its current location during the "Third Reich". The gilded Victoria at the top, popularly known as "Goldelse" (Golden Elsie), was created by Friedrich Drake and symbolises victory in Roman mythology.