The Reichstag is German's Parliament and home to the Bundestag since
1999. The building was originally built in 1894, however, the glass dome was
added in recent years. Visitors to Berlin can enjoy a wonderful view
of the city from the dome.
The Reichstag was the location of a pivotal event in world history.
On February 27th, 1933 a (mysterious) fire occurred at the Reichstag which Hitler blamed
on the communists. He then used the event as a rationale to seize power.
The Reichstag was badly bombed during the war but has now been fully
restored. In October of 1990, the reunification of Germany was
proclaimed in this building.
