The Two Pergamon Museums in Berlin…🤔🏛️

One is the Pergamonmuseum, currently closed for renovations and partially reopening in 2027. It houses extensive reconstructions of ancient Greek and Roman architecture. My favorite is the stunning blue Ishtar Gate of Babylon. Other highlights include the Market Gate of Miletus from ancient Rome and the Pergamon Altar from ancient Greece. Transporting and rebuilding these architectural fragments across continents must have been a monumental task. But what's even more breathtaking is the sheer size of the reconstructed structures. Especially the Ishtar Gate—standing in front of it, I felt like I was transported back in time. 🌟 The other museum is the Pergamonmuseum. Das Panorama, named after the panoramic artwork of ancient Pergamon created by artist Yadegar Asisi. The museum built a circular exhibition hall for massive projections of this artwork. There's a six-story platform in the center where visitors can climb up for a bird’s-eye view (those afraid of heights can enjoy the view from below). After seeing it, I was amazed by the artist's talent—using just statues, reliefs, and surviving sketches, he was able to create such a breathtaking masterpiece. The scene is grand, with incredible details. The museum even adjusts the lighting and sound effects to reflect different times of day, making it a dreamlike experience. The layout and tour of this museum are well-designed, making the visit smooth and enjoyable without taking too long. Regarding the Pergamon Altar, the Pergamonmuseum has a reconstructed exterior facade (and after renovations in 2027, visitors will be able to explore the inside as well!). More details are displayed in Das Panorama. In Asisi’s painting (image 8), you can see two sets of reliefs on the altar—one inside, and one alongside the steps outside. Not only in Das Panorama, but throughout the Pergamonmuseum, lighting and projection are used in fascinating ways. For example, images 15 and 16 show the same relief, but with color lighting in one and the original in the other. It’s really interesting to see! 🌈 Honestly, adults don’t have to choose! After visiting both museums, you’ll find many fascinating connections between them. 🎨✨ #BerlinMuseums #Berlin #TwoPergamonMuseums #MuseumIslandNearby