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186 538 bei Potsdam-Eiche am 12.06.2022

Potsdam, Germany 1921

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(Photo taken at Potsdam’s Brandenburg Gate)

During the reign of Frederick II (1740–1786), Berlin definitively established itself as a major European cultural metropolis. Despite the destruction of the Baroque city centre in the 19th century and the devastation of World War II, several buildings from this era can still be found in Berlin and Potsdam. 📍Palais des Prinzen Heinrich: Built between 1748 and 1753 as a residence for Prince Henry of Prussia; since 1809, it has served as the seat of Humboldt University of Berlin. 📍The New Wing (Charlottenburg Palace): An early masterpiece of Friderician Rococo, famous for its Golden Gallery. 📍The Old Library: Built between 1775 and 1780 as part of the Forum Fridericianum; since 1969, it has housed the Faculty of Law at Humboldt University of Berlin. 📍Sanssouci Palace: The King’s personal retreat, constructed between 1745 and 1747. It was here that "Old Fritz" passed away on August 17, 1786. 📍The Gendarmenmarkt: The domed towers flanking the two churches were constructed between 1780 and 1785. 📍St. Hedwig’s Cathedral: Berlin’s oldest Catholic church, built between 1747 and 1773 as part of the Forum Fridericianum. 📍The Picture Gallery: This building houses the King’s extensive art collection. 📍The Berlin State Opera (Unter den Linden): The building was constructed between 1741 and 1743, based on designs by Georg Wenzeslaus von Knobelsdorff. 📍The New Palace: The final major Baroque palace complex in Prussia, built between 1763 and 1769. 📍The Chinese Teahouse: A Chinoiserie-style structure located in Potsdam. 📍The New Chambers: Built between 1771 and 1775, this building housed a theatre, banquet halls, and concert halls; it was here that the King received his guests. Some Glimpses from Germany for your Weekend :)

Some Glimpses from Germany for your weekend :)