What Can You Discover at Berlin’s East Side Gallery?
Introduction
Welcome to Berlin’s artistic wonderland! Have you ever wondered about the convergence of history, creativity and activism? Ok, then let us go on a tour parts of world-famous East Side Gallery in Germany.
Who is the East Side Gallery?
If you’re not yet familiar, the East Side Gallery is a part of the Berlin Wall one kilometer and three hundred conveys, long that has turned into the longest open-air gallery on the planet. Following the fall of the Berlin Wall in 1989, artists from the entire world were invited to paint murals and graffiti on the east side of the Berlin wall and an amazing outdoor masterpiece came into existence.
The Symbolism
As an emblem of unity, freedom, and the non-violent revolution which brought about the end of the Cold War, the East Side Gallery is a monument to the role played by art and human interaction in this adventure. It is an open invitation to the citizens to connect with history, culture and contemporary art at the same time.
What Can You See?
The East Side Gallery provides a visual feast: over 100 colorful murals of artists from more than 20 different countries paint its picturesque brick walls. But I want to mention a couple of major highlights as well:
1. The Kiss
“The Kiss” by Dmitri Vrubel, it is one of the most iconic public artworks on the East Side Gallery. This painting depicts the lyrical physical contact between the leader of the Soviets Leonid Brezhnev and that of East Germany Erich Honecker, painting one with love and the other with political message.
2. Trabant Breaking Through the Wall
A Trabant crashing through the Wall (“Trabant Breaking Through the Wall” mural) created by Birgit Kinder, represents the freedom and reunification of Germany.
3. The Mortal Combat
Overlooking the Wall, “The Mortal Combat” depicts two faces emerging from opposing sides of the Wall, and these two figures symbolize the wars and struggles experienced by the lovers that were apart during the Cold War era that was commanded by the artist Kani Alavi from India.
Tips for Visiting
If you plan to make a visit to the East Side Gallery, you should remember the following things:
- Wear comfortable shoes, because you will be walking throughout the whole length of the gallery.
- Avoid the hordes and enjoy your splendid pictures by arriving in the morning or late in the evening.
- Don’t touch or vandalize the murals, respect the art, and the artists.
- Allow yourself to fully immerse into the beauty and meaning of each piece of art.
Conclusion
East Side Gallery presents an interesting combination of history, art and feeling. It’s a place you will be spellbound by while walking through remnants of Berlin wall, as you see deep messages being conveyed by gifted artists. Therefore, if you ever land in Berlin, be sure to add the East Side Gallery to your trip!
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