Brandenburger Tor Station: Symbol der Teilung Exhibits

Benches At Brandenburger Tor Train Station
Brandenburger Tor station, part of Berlin's U5 subway line, serves as a transit hub and exhibition space beneath Pariser Platz. Opened in 2009 as part of the U55 shuttle and later integrated into the full U5 line in 2020, the station's platform features digital displays showcasing historical imagery under the theme "Symbol der Teilung" (Symbol of Division). These exhibits commemorate the station's proximity to the former Berlin Wall and its significance in the city's postwar history. The station's modern, minimalist design contrasts with the historical context presented by the displays.
Photo taken in September 2017.
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