Potsdamer Platz

square in Berlin
#12 in Berlin / #32 in Germany
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by Ansgar Koreng
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Potsdamer Platz in Berlin, Germany, is a vibrant and bustling public square and traffic intersection that has played a significant role in the city's history. Originally a major hub before World War II, it was heavily damaged during the war and subsequently divided by the Berlin Wall during the Cold War. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, Potsdamer Platz underwent extensive redevelopment and has since become a symbol of Berlin's reunification and modernization. Today, it is a lively area featuring modern architecture, shopping centers, theaters, and entertainment venues, making it a popular destination for both tourists and locals.


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