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Originally erected between 1864 and 1873 to
commemorate famous victories in wars against
Denmark, Austria and France, the Victory Column
(Siegessäule) was extended to its current height of 220
ft. (67 m) during the 1930s.
The sandstone column stands upon a base of polished
red granite and is crowned with a 27 ft. (8.3 m) high
statue representing Victoria, the goddess of victory
from Roman mythology. The column’s viewing platform
offers visitors a panorama of the city.
Victory Column
Victory Column
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