Afrikahaus, Heritage office building in Hamburg-Altstadt, Germany
The Afrikahaus stands at Große Reichenstraße 27, featuring bronze elephant statues, African-themed wall mosaics, and cast iron columns throughout its structure.
Built in 1899 by architect Martin Haller, the building served as headquarters for C. Woermann company, which operated shipping lines to German colonies.
The building incorporates elements reflecting Hamburg's maritime trade connections, with decorative features representing the overseas commercial activities of the period.
The structure functions as modern office spaces while maintaining public access during the Day of Open Monuments with guided tours available.
Two large bronze elephant figures guard the courtyard, while a bronze Wahehe warrior sculpture marks the main entrance.
Location: Hamburg-Mitte
Inception: 1899
Architects: Martin Haller
GPS coordinates: 53.54806,9.99556
Latest update: March 7, 2025 05:22
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