Carl Gotthard Langhals (1732-1808).
· Brandenburg Gate also known as Brandenburger Tor
· Built in the 18 century - constructed 1778 - 1791
· The plan and model of the new gate was presented in 1769
· Gate was located near the border between East and West
Berlin
· Monumental gate was designed by Carl Gotthard Langhans
(1732-1808)
· Commissioned by emperor Friedrich Wilhelm II
· 65.5 metres wide and 28 metres tall
· Bronze quadriga that tops the gate was built by Johann
Gottfried Schadow in 1793 - driven by the goddess of peace