Alexanderplatz

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Alexanderplatz, often referred to simply as "Alex," is a significant public square and transportation hub located in the central district of Mitte in Berlin, Germany. Historically, it has served as a central meeting point and commercial area since the 19th century. Named after Tsar Alexander I, who visited Berlin in 1805, the square has undergone numerous transformations, especially during the post-war reconstruction period and the era of the German Democratic Republic. Today, Alexanderplatz is surrounded by key landmarks such as the iconic Fernsehturm (TV Tower), the World Clock, and various shopping centers and office buildings.

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