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Schinkelplatz
A historic square in the heart of Berlin
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Schinkelplatz, located in Berlin-Mitte, was designed by Peter Joseph Lenné in 1837 and named after architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel in 1869. Following destruction in World War II and redevelopment during the GDR period, it was reconstructed between 2007 and 2008. The square is bordered by residential and commercial buildings, the Spree Canal, and the former Bauakademie.
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The square was named after Prussian architect Karl Friedrich Schinkel.
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- Founded
- 1837
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Classical Berlin — Walk IIStop 3 of 8
