Hence, Berlin will be presenting a bit of something in a cultural point of view all packed in richness of the past. Berlin welcomes here. They are in fact the following: One of them is quite prominent – the Olympic Stadium. Being constructed during the 1936 Summer Olympics, this unique piece of architecture is the phenomenal way to illuminate the city’s Olympic history. In this tour to the Olympic Stadium, we will be moving around focusing on its architectural design, historical background, and the sporting perspective.

Construction of the Olympic Stadium

Originally, the architectural design of the Olympic stadium was commissioned to a famous architect by the name Werner March with the spirit of making the structure represent the grandiosity and might of the Nazi regime. The exterior of the stadium and the overall designing of the exteriors especially the colonnade of stones with the entrance being very large and dramatic is also attention demanding.

It’s possible to spend a few minutes trying to review and appreciate the beautiful Maifeld (Mayfield) area, the vast territory of meadow-land where people used to come for entertaining recreational activities and watch the games on giant screens.

Olympic Summer 1936: Pursue Freedom

We can now proceed to reminisce about events that happened nearly a half a century ago when the Olympics was held in Germany in 1936 in a backdrop of what was fast escalating political conflict. These were designed exactly to portray Nazi propaganda, Aryan domination and total subjugation of Blacks, Jews and other so-called sub-human creatures.

In this respect, Hitler tried to portray Nazi Germany as a better country not only on the physical but also on the intellectual level. It seems that the scene for this forceful exhibition became the Olympic Stadium.

These Olympics witnessed very good performances despite the fact that the performance was marred by Nazi influence in all aspects of the event. Jesse Owens, K Sushant and other players in similar boycotts challenged Hitler’s racial beliefs and were the symbol of pessimism against adversity which they portrayed by showcasing their talent.

With regards to Owens’s Hallowed Ground: Our method of Analyzing the Stadium

Starting from the Olympic Stadium, it has the feeling of being in history. With seating capacity of more than 70,000, this amazing site radiates glory and legacy. Architectural masterpieces: the stadium’s high points

Any architectural work of Werner March is filled with great artworks like Olympic Bell Tower, Marathon Gate. The bell tower is rather tall and reaches 77 meters with incredible views of the Berlin.

Another one of the places, which cannot be omitted to visit, is the Marathon Gate. It can only give you a sense of pride to the athletes knowing that after sprints over the streets of Berlin they get to pass under this colossal structure.

The Relights again: Olympic Bell and Cauldron

The stadium has two of the most famous relics to have a significant historical importance in it. The Olympic Bell was made from metal of the fired cannons from the First World War implying change of wreckage to harmony.

Located at a center of the stadium, the Olympic Cauldron is lit just during important sports games such as Olympics. Intended in the past to accommodate the Olympic flame, this marvellous structure has developed into a highly symbolic representation of athletic performance.

The modern legacy or better still making a befitting welcome to the future right here right now

After its socio politically instigated changes and destruction, the Olympic Stadium has over the years been subjected to major overhaul transforming it into a versatile stadium with both sporting and cultural capabilities.

Events and Conversations of Showcases

Today the list of the possible events held at the Olympic Stadium is very vast, ranging from Hollywood award ceremonies to football championships. Basing on its timetable, one can watch an impressive sports event, or indulge in a brilliant concert at this old hall.

Also located within the compound is intriguing exhibitions that depicts Berlin’s Olympic legacy. One must refer to interactive display and images of events in other to have proper understanding of it. Locate the efforts aimed at the promotion of diversity and peace in the modern sport events.

Direct walks exposing stadium secrets

If you would like to have a clue to solve the mysteries of Olympic Stadium it is possible to plan a guided tour here. Lead by some knowledgeable experts, these tours afford the visitors with the closer view of the background, construction and great events of the stadium.

You will be visiting mostly abandoned and inaccessible facilities for the public of the World War II bunkers. It is also an interesting and informative exercise to learn about the historical development of the stadium too.

Thus, the Berlin’s Olympic Stadium is much more than a venue for sport activities, at last. It reports on achievements and difficulties and transformation. Never do not remember that sports have the capacity to unite people and transform lives as you visit the stands and reproduce the clones of umpteen talented athletes.

This walk gives just a glimpse of the Berlin Olympic history which is so colourful and rich. So, put on your favorite comfortable shoes, grab the camera, and start an exciting journey through one of the iconic places in Berlin – the Olympic Stadium.