Neptunbrunnen (Berlin)

The Neptun Fountain in Berlin was built in 1891 and was designed by Reinhold Begas. The greek god Poseidon (Neptune) is in the center. The four women around him represent the rivers Elbe, Rhine, Vistula, and Oder.

Related Topics:
Berlin - 1891 - Reinhold Begas - Poseidon - Elbe - Rhine - Vistula - Oder

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The fountain was removed from its original location at the Schlossplatz in 1951, when the former Berlin City Palace there was demolished. Eventually, after being restored, the fountain was moved in 1969 to its present location between the St Mary's Church and the Rotes Rathaus.

Related Topics:
Schlossplatz - Berlin City Palace - Rotes Rathaus

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The diameter is 18 m (59 ft), the height is 10 m (33 ft).

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