Siegessäule
Berliner Siegessäule · 미테
classical triumphal column in Berlin, Germany
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Siegessaeule, or Victory Column, one of Berlin's most recognizable and historically complex landmarks. Rising high above the Großer Stern intersection in the heart of the Tiergarten, this monument was conceived as…
Listen in the app2The Four Drums and Captured Cannons
The physical structure of the Victory Column is a fascinating study in martial symbolism. The column itself consists of four sandstone drums that taper as they rise toward the sky. …
Listen in the app3The Gilded Goddess — Victoria the 'Goldelse'
At the pinnacle of the monument stands the winged figure of Victoria, the Roman goddess of victory. Sculpted by Friedrich Drake, the figure is 8.3 meters tall and weighs a staggering 35 tons. …
Listen in the app4The Mosaics and the Round Colonnade
Surrounding the base of the column is a circular hall of pillars, which houses one of the monument's most controversial and beautiful features: a grand glass mosaic. Created in the workshop of Antonio Salviati, the mosaic depicts…
Listen in the app5The Relocation and the Nazi Era
Many visitors are surprised to learn that the Siegessaeule did not always stand here. Originally, it was located in the Koenigsplatz, in front of where the Reichstag now stands. …
Listen in the app6The Ascent and the Panoramic View
For those with the stamina, the ascent of the Siegessaeule is a highlight of any visit to the Tiergarten. A spiral staircase of 285 steps leads up through the interior of the column to a viewing platform located just below the…
Listen in the app7A Symbol of Reconciliation and Unity
In the decades since the reunification of Germany, the Siegessaeule has taken on a new role as a symbol of unity and reconciliation. While its origins are undeniably martial, its place in the modern city is one of cultural…
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Our visit to the Siegessaeule concludes here at the 'Great Star' of the Tiergarten. I hope this exploration has provided you with a deeper understanding of the layers of history that make this monument so much more than just a…
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What is Siegessäule?
Siegessäule is a place in 미테 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | 미테 |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 52.5145, 13.3501 |
| Last updated |
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