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Review:
At 40000 square meters, the Augustusplatz is one of the largest squares in Europe. It was laid out in 1785 and named after Frederick Augustus, the first king of Saxony. Prior to its destruction by bombs during Word War II, it was considered to be one of the most beautiful squares in Germany. Today, there is an eclectic mix of historic pre-war, utilitarian soviet era, and modern post-unification buildings lining the square. These include the Opera House (1960), the City Tower (1972) and the University of Liepzig's Paulinium (2007). It is on the inner city's ring road and is a terminus for the tram system.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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