Nuremberg has retained a few of the Nazi-era structures as a reminder of the part the city played in Hitler’s dream of world domination. Some of the more famous photos of his enormous rallies are from these areas, Buildings were designed to mirror famous structures and eras of world powers in history. Nuremberg was chosen for its connection to the Holy Roman Empire, and a colosseum-like arena for its connection to the Roman Empire. The structures were massive and the dreams bigger. The colosseum, called the Congress Hall, was planned for massive rallies to be held every September. It was eventually supposed to have a roof with an opening in the centre to allow sunlight to shine directly upon Hitler, centre-stage on a podium. Modern architects say that the span is far too large for a self-sustaining roof and could never have been completed.
Typical of the grandiose dreams.
Interior of Congress Hall
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| More of interior. Now derelict but parts used as a warehouse. Our bus drove inside. Structure is already massive but was going to have more added to height. |
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| Exterior of Colosseum-like Congress Hall (from bus window) |
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The home of the SS is now, in a fitting irony, the home of the Ministry of Immigration.
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| Fitting conclusion - the International Court of Justice where war trials were held. |
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