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Holocaust Memorial

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Between the Brandenburg Gate and Potsdam Square there is a monument dedicated to the murdered Jews of Europe. It is also called the Holocaust Memorial. It was built from 2003 and 2005 on the suggestion of New York architect Peter Eisenman. Under the surface of 2711 simulated grave markers of differently hights there is a museum with information about the Holocaust. It can be visited free of charge.

Opening times of the museum are: daily except Monday from 10:00 am to 5 pm. Further information about the Holocaust Memorial can be had by calling +49 30-26394336 or visiting their website at www.holocaust-mahnmal.de.

In the picture background one sees the buildings of Potsdam Place.

Photos of berlin's inner city (click for more information):

chancellor's office victory column Bellevue Palace main train station Red City Hall protestant cathedral Zeughaus (The Armoury) Humboldt University old library Holocaust Memorial Leipzig square - Berlin Wall Checkpoint Charlie

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