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The Pergamonmuseum in Berlin houses some of the world's most unique and fascinating artifacts from antiquity, including the world-famous reconstructed Pergamon Altar, the Ishtar Gate of Babylon, and the Market Gate of Miletus. This incredible museum is an absolute must-see for anyone interested in history or archaeology. Located on Museum Island, this incredible complex was designed by Alfred Messel and constructed between 1910 and 1930.

The Pergamon Museum houses three distinct collections: The Antikensammlung (Collection of Classical Antiquities), the Vorderasiatisches Museum (Museum of the Ancient Near East) and the Museum für Islamische Kunst (Museum of Islamic Art). The Antikensammlung showcases some of the finest pieces from ancient Greece including sculptures, pottery, coins and vases as well as tools found at excavations.

Highlights include architectural elements such as reconstructed monumental gates like the Ishtar Gate from Babylon and reliefs showing mythological scenes such as Athena Fighting Gigantomachy in Greek sculpture. The Vorderasiatisches Museum features archaeological artefacts from Mesopotamia dating back to 5000 BC through to 700 AD including sculptures, cylinder seals and tablets with cuneiform writing. Finally, the Museum für Islamische Kunst includes a wide range of Islamic artworks such as ceramics, manuscripts, textiles and metalwork from countries across North Africa and Central Asia displayed within spectacular recreated palace interiors.

In addition to its collection of artifacts spanning millennia and cultures, the Pergamonmuseum also has an impressive selection of temporary exhibitions which are constantly changing so visitors can gain new perspectives on history each time they visit this remarkable museum.