Berlin Victory Column

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The Berlin Victory Column, known as the "Siegessäule" in German, is a historic monument located in Berlin, Germany. Originally constructed to commemorate the Prussian victories in the wars against Denmark, Austria, and France, the column was inaugurated in 1873. Standing at 67 meters tall, it features a gilded statue of Victoria, the Roman goddess of victory, at its pinnacle. The column was initially situated in front of the Reichstag but was moved to its current location in the Tiergarten park by the Nazis in 1938-1939 as part of their urban planning for Berlin. Visitors can climb the spiral staircase inside the column to reach a viewing platform, which offers panoramic views of the city.

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