Symbolizing German Unification
The Brandenburg Tor has undeniably managed to withstand the tests of time; surviving the creation of the Berlin Wall and standing strong during the Cold War.
Ronald Reagan delivered his 1987 speech here and after the Cold War and the collapse of the iconic Berlin Wall the gate still stands. Proving it to be a true symbol of the region’s unity. This was the cornerstone of Germany’s reunification following its return into complete German control.
Dubai’s Landscape Changes Thanks To Oil
It is rather hard to comprehend that Dubai was previously quite a barren land. Prior to the discovery of oil, Dubai was no more than a desert island. Now the United Arab Emirates’ city Dubai is simply crawling with tourists.
In the early 20th Century the location was suitable for farming and fishing and all that came to an end after the discovery of oil altered the landscape. Construction of the tallest building can be seen in the photo taken back in 2005.