Tuesday 15 June 2010

The Einstein Tower - Hobbit Observatory in Germany

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If the denizens of The Shire had ever pursued sciences such as astrophysics or astronomy, then their observatory may well have look something like this.

The Einstein Tower in the German town of Potsdam looks like something a curious Halfling might visit to explore the skies above Middle Earth but is, in fact, a perfect example of early twentieth century expressionist architecture - of the human variety. However, just like that of the Shire, its history has not always been a peaceful one.

(thanks Robert-John)

1 comment(s):

R said...

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