Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church
Breitschideplatz Square, Berlin, Germany
Description:
The Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church is a famous Protestant temple, one of the most recognizable symbols of modern Berlin. The church has a complex history, and today this temple has great historical significance.
The Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church was built in 1895. For a long time, the temple was considered the tallest in the whole of Berlin, its size is striking now - the building rises 113 meters above the ground. Unfortunately, during World War II, the Memorial Church was partially destroyed by bombing. After the war, the city authorities planned to demolish the ruins of the temple and build a new building, but the residents of Berlin strongly opposed. As a result, the church was saved and even partially restored, making it suitable for worship.
Today, the Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church is one of the most unusual buildings in the German capital. The Berliners themselves call the church a “hollow tooth” – the temple really looks very strange, it is clearly visible that it was restored from the ruins. This historical monument literally with all its appearance reminds of the horrors of the past war, which attracts the views of tourists.