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Karlplatz

A square named after royalty.

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Located between Charitéstraße, Luisenstraße, and Reinhardtstraße, Karlplatz is named after Prince Carl of Prussia. As the brother of Emperor Wilhelm I, he was a General of the Infantry and the first Herrenmeister of the Order of Saint John. His collaboration with architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel is evident in the expansion of Glienicke Palace.

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Prince Carl of Prussia commissioned Karl Friedrich Schinkel to expand Glienicke Palace.

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You're standing on Karlplatz, a tranquil spot in the heart of Berlin-Mitte. Named after Prince Carl of Prussia, a distinguished brother of Emperor Wilhelm I, known for his roles as a General of the Infantry and the first Herrenmeister of the Order of Saint John. Take a moment to appreciate the historical link to architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel, who was entrusted with the expansion of Glienicke Palace. Just behind you, a few meters away, is the Rudolf-Virchow Monument. It's an ideal place to pause and absorb the rich history surrounding you.