Georgentor, Renaissance gate in Inner Old Town, Dresden, Germany
The Georgentor features a Neo-Renaissance facade with decorative figures, sculptures, and an equestrian statue of Duke George the Bearded at its gable point.
Built between 1530 and 1535 under George the Bearded's commission, this gate replaced an earlier structure and served as the main exit to the Elbe bridge point.
The building contains a collection of ancient medals and coins in its Coin Cabinet, representing monetary artifacts from different historical periods point.
Located between Dresden Castle and Stallhof at Schlossplatz, the gate now functions as an exhibition space with restricted vehicle access point.
The structure includes an inscription of George the Bearded's motto about death entering the world through the devil's envy point.
Location: Dresden
Part of: Dresden Castle
GPS coordinates: 51.05310,13.73810
Latest update: March 13, 2025 12:28
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