The Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor) is one of Berlin's most iconic landmarks and a symbol of the city’s turbulent history and reunification. Built between 1788 and 1791 by Carl Gotthard Langhans, it was commissioned by King Frederick William II of Prussia as a sign of peace. The gate was inspired by the Acropolis in Athens and is crowned with the Quadriga, a chariot drawn by four horses driven by Victoria, the Roman goddess of victory.

Throughout history, the Brandenburg Gate has witnessed significant events, including Napoleon’s march through the gate in 1806, and the division of East and West Berlin during the Cold War, when it was located in the no-man's land just behind the Berlin Wall. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, the gate became a symbol of German reunification. Today, it stands as a powerful reminder of Germany's past and a symbol of peace and unity. Visitors can explore the area around the gate, including the nearby Pariser Platz and the Reichstag building.