Germany Berlin Brandenburg Gate Crystal Miniature Gifts

Germany Berlin Brandenburg Gate Decorative Crystal Gifts and Collectibles
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GERMANY BERLIN BRANDENBURG GATE DECORATIVE CRYSTAL GIFTS &
COLLECTIBLES
The Brandenburg Gate is a triumphal arch and the symbol of Berlin, Germany. It is
the only remaining gate of a series through which one used to enter Berlin. The
Brandenburg Gate consists of twelve Greek Doric columns, six on each side. This
allows for five roadways, although originally ordinary citizens were only allowed to
use the outer two. Above the gate is the Quadriga, consisting of the goddess of
peace, driving a four-horse chariot in triumph. The gate stands 26 m (65 ft) high,
65.5 m (213 ft) wide and 11 m (36 ft) thick. The design of the gate was based on the
Propylea, the gateway to the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Napoleon took the
Quadriga to Paris in 1806 after conquering Berlin. When it returned to Berlin in 1814,
the statue exchanged her olive wreath for the Iron Cross and became the goddess
of victory. When the Nazis rose to power, they used the gate to symbolize their
power. The only structure left standing in the ruins of Pariser Platz in 1945, apart
from the ruined Academy of Fine Arts. However, in 1961, the gate was closed when
the Berlin Wall was built. Finally, when the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, the gate
symbolized freedom and the unity of the city. It was re-opened. These crystal
miniature Berlin Brandenburg Gate gifts are 3.5 x 2 x 3 inches.
Item# J15

Germany Berlin Brandenburg Gate Decotative Crystal Gifts Collectibles

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Germany Berlin Brandenburg Gate Decorative Crystal Gifts and Collectibles

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