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East Side Gallery
Attraction
4.6 (51836 reviews)
Conserved graffiti project by 118 artists covering part of the Berlin Wall & celebrating its demise.
Mühlenstraße 3-100, 10243 Berlin, Germany
+49 30 213085222
Did You Know?
Length of the Gallery
The East Side Gallery stretches for 1.3 kilometers, making it one of the longest open-air art galleries in the world.
Number of Artists
Over 118 artists from 21 countries contributed to the vibrant murals that adorn the East Side Gallery.
National Monument Status
In 1991, the East Side Gallery was declared a national monument, recognizing its historical and artistic significance.
Controversial Murals
One of the most famous murals depicts East German leader Erich Honecker and Soviet leader Leonid Brezhnev kissing intimately, a powerful symbol of the Cold War era.
Highlights from Reviews
• free access
The gallery is free to access, making it an affordable attraction.
• vibrant murals
The murals are vibrant, thought-provoking, and carry powerful messages.
• historical reminder
The gallery serves as a reminder of Berlin’s divided past.
• open-air museum
The gallery is an open-air museum and a historical monument.
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