Magdeburg traffic lights soon shine with historical motifs!

Magdeburg traffic lights soon shine with historical motifs!

Otto-von-Guericke-Straße 68-73, 39104 Magdeburg, Deutschland - The city of Magdeburg has dared a new step towards individuality and regionality. On the basis of a report of Stern has received permission to integrate regional motifs in pedestrian lights. This means that in addition to the classic traffic light male, historical characters such as the Magdeburg rider and the Magdeburg virgin will be on the streets in the future.

insights into the cultural identity

The introduction of these motifs requires an expert opinion that confirms the visibility and recognizability of the different designs. The regional connection of the motifs is crucial for the exemption. The Magdeburg virgin, who was created in the 13th century and is part of the city coat of arms, is an ideal example of the city's cultural heritage. The Magdeburg Rider, who is considered the first free -standing riding monument of the Middle Ages, has been adorned by the city for over 700 years and has established itself as the most famous monument in Magdeburg.

The importance of the Magdeburg rider is particularly emphasized in Cultural History Museum . The statue probably shows Emperor Otto the Great as young rulers, accompanied by two figures who symbolically stand for his solemn move into the city. The monument was originally on the old market until it was moved to the museum in 1961.

Magdeburg's rich history

The cultural-historical museum offers visitors the opportunity to learn more about the city's over 1,200 years of history. Magdeburg was an important metropolis at the time of Emperor Otto, but had to survive massive destruction over the centuries, such as in the Thirty Years' War or at the end of the Second World War. The impressive collections of the museum show how the city has repeatedly reinvented itself, from the strongest fortress of Prussia to a modern high-tech center.

The museum not only presents the Magdeburg rider, but also numerous other exhibitions, including the thematic diversity, ranging from the blue activity of Magdeburg right to baroque splendor under Prussian rule. For example in the Kaiser Otto Hall, where the Magdeburg rider can be admired today, accompanied by a monumental wall painting that brings the history of Otto of the Great.

This makes it clear that the new motifs for the traffic lights are not only a creative idea, but also a way to make the rich cultural history of Magdeburg tangible in everyday urban life. People can soon go across the street safely as a pedestrian, but also experience a piece of their home history - in the spirit of a lively urban culture.