Spandau Citadel
The only preserved Renaissance fortress in Northern Europe is located in Spandau, which was still an independent city at the gates of Berlin at the time of its construction. The Spandau Citadel, the oldest secular building in Berlin, was built in its present form in the 16th century, but individual parts are older.
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The gatehouse of the Spandau Citadel
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The gatehouse of the Spandau Citadel
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The palace of the Spandau Citadel was the place of representation and residence of the Margrave of Brandenburg.
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Together with the Julius Tower, the palace is one of the oldest buildings inside Spandau Citadel.
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The palace on the Spandau Citadel dates back to the 15th century.
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The palace is home to the Gothic Hall.
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The Julius Tower dates back to the 13th century.
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The Julius Tower of the Spandau Citadel is the oldest secular building in Berlin.
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A forecourt of the Spandau citadel, seen from above
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The drill hall of the Spandau Citadel
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The courtyard of the Spandau Citadel
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The courtyard of the Spandau Citadel
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The armory, seen from above
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In the armory of Spandau Citadel, cannons and uniforms were once stored for emergency use.
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Today, exhibits are on display in the armory of Spandau Citadel.
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In the museum of the Spandau Citadel, various objects show the history of the castle.
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The Spandau Citadel Museum illustrates the various historical chapters of the Citadel.
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The Spandau Citadel Museum illustrates the various historical chapters of the Citadel.
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