SUTTON Travels: Alexanderplatz Berlin Germany

11 November 2024

Alexanderplatz Berlin Germany

Rotes Rathaus Berlin

Alexanderplatz is a large public square and transport hub in the central Mitte district of Berlin.

We visited during The Festival of Lights in October 2024.

The Festival of Lights in Berlin is an annual event that transforms the city into a dazzling display of light art. Held every October, the festival features spectacular illuminations, luministic projections, and 3D mapping on famous landmarks, buildings, squares, and streets across Berlin.

The festival not only showcases artistic brilliance but also celebrates Berlin's cultural rebirth and resilience. It's a magical time when the city becomes a stage for breathtaking light installations created by artists from around the world.

The TV tower at night and day

St Mary's Church - day and night

Fountain of Friendship

About the plaza

Early History: Originally known as Ochsenmarkt (Ox Market), Alexanderplatz was a cattle market outside the city fortifications.

1805: Named in honor of Tsar Alexander I of Russia, who visited Berlin on October 25, 1805.

19th Century: The square became a major commercial center with the construction of the Stadtbahn station, a market hall, and the Tietz department store.

World War II: Alexanderplatz was heavily damaged during the war but was reconstructed under Soviet influence.

Post-War Era: The square was transformed into a showcase of socialist architecture, featuring buildings like the Fernsehturm (TV Tower), the Fountain of Friendship, and Karl-Marx-Allee.

Modern Day: Alexanderplatz remains a bustling area with shops, restaurants, and attractions, making it a popular starting point for tourists exploring Berlin.

Some more nighttime images.