Ferneshturm

Built (with Swedish know-how) in 1969 for the 20th anniversary of the communist government, the tower wa meant to show the power of the atheistic state at a time when DDR leaders were having the crosses removed from church domes and spires. But when the sun hit the tower--the greatest spire in East Berlin--a Hugh cross was reflected on the mirrored ball. Cynics called it "God's Revenge." I love this! The tower has a fine view from halfway up. The last time we were here, we had lunch in the revolving tower. You have to get your tickets far in advance; so, this time we just took a picture.

Berlin, Germany

May 6th 2017
Geo: 54.1751, 12.0923Once an infamous border city between the former East and West Germanys, Berlin today is one of Europe's Most cosmopolitan and cultural capitals. When the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, an architectural and cultural transformation took hold. This is symbolized in the Reichstag, Germany's Parliament Building. It's glass cupola symbolizes a new era of transparency and ... read more

Europe » Germany

As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more

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