This book is about the history of civil aviation and its flights around the world. Continuing with the tradition of today’s blog posts presentation, we are going to unveil one of the most famous pieces of architecture in Berlin, Germany – the main building of the Tempelhof airport. If you are interested in knowing more about the history of this great monument as well as its architecture then you are in the right place. The time has come to discuss the topic and reveal the features inside, as far as I am concerned.

The History of Tempelhof Airport

Before exploring main building, here is some general information about the history of the airport Tempelhof. Initially created in the 1920s, Tempelhof Airport consists of historic significance in the advancements of aviation as well as history that includes the airlift of Berlin during the Cold War. It used to be the primary airport of the capital city of Germany until the introduction of the Brandenburg Airport in 2020.

The Architecture of the Main Building

It is the main building of the Tempelhof Airport which is known as Tempehofer Hauptgebäude in German language in architectural design. Since the construction was made in the neoclassical architectural design, it was great and rather majestic in appearance. Its physical design has high and imposing columns, large spacious tract of floor that makes it one of the most appealing places worth visiting in the world.

The Interior

What they are to see inside of the main building is an expansive space with high ceilings. The interior can best be described as antique and contemporarily as it combines the old world and the new. The large portico at the entrance with elaborate shapes and attractive paintings and sculptures create an enchanting sight at first sight to the guests.

The Observation Deck

A final activity worth trying is to climb the observation tower situated at the roof of the principal building and have a bird’s eye view of Berlin. Here, one can see the airport territory, cityscape and have a view of such attractions as the Brandenburg Gate or the Reichstag building.

The Significance of the Main Building

Apart from being an architectural wonder, the main building of Tempelhof airport has a historical and cultural value. To really get to know this city you will observe that it is full of history and the remains of the Berlin of old and new Berlin which is rising from the ashes. The building continues to be a part of history of world war II, powerful propellers inside the building during the world war II rocking the world and the Berlin Airlift.

Current Use and Transformation

Currently, the Terminal A building of Tempelhof Airport serves multiple purposes different from its initial purpose as an airport terminal. It has the multifunctional use as exhibition, concert, conference and even sports facility. This serves as a great advantage since the building is spacious and thus can accommodate any type of functions, social and cultural.

However, the most significant changes that have been made to the building are associated with Tempelhofer Feld. The actual runway has virtually relocated to entertain people as a public garden where people go for cycling, picnic, flying kites etc.

Conclusion

This paper focuses on Templehoff Airport as one of the historical and architectural marvels in the city of Berlin. The outer appearance and the context of construction which initially place it during the earliest golden age of the city make it a rather fascinating informative place for those interested in aviation and history of the city.

Whether the visitors is walking through the vast hall of the building, or at the panoramic viewing area at the top of the edifice, Tempelhof airport main building is nothing less than phenomenal. Visiting Berlin you will get a wonderful chance to see one of the brightest and significant examples of the architecture of the Gothic style.