Jubilee Column - Бесплатный Аудиогид

Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, Germany

Jubiläumssäule, Bolzstraße, Oberer Schlossgarten, Stuttgart-Mitte, Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, 70173, Deutschland

Jubilee Column, Stuttgart
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The Jubiläumssäule, or Jubilee Column, is a notable monument in Stuttgart, Germany. Built between 1841 and 1846 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of King Wilhelm I of Württemberg’s reign and his 60th birthday, it reaches a height of 32.6 meters. The column is adorned with a granite shaft topped by a bronze statue of Concordia, the Roman goddess of unity. Flanked by exquisite fountains, it is located in Schlossplatz, regarded as the finest square in the city. Visitors can appreciate the detailed reliefs illustrating historical scenes and the impressive surrounding architecture. The site is open to the public without an admission fee, making it a perfect location for photography and leisurely walks.