Potsdamer Platz is a major public square and traffic intersection in the center of Berlin, located about 1 km south of the Brandenburg Gate. Historically significant, it was one of the busiest squares in Europe before World War II. The square was completely devastated during the war and remained a desolate area divided by the Berlin Wall for over 40 years.

After the fall of the Wall in 1989, Potsdamer Platz became one of Europe's largest construction sites as part of Berlin's urban renewal project. The square was redeveloped according to a master plan by architects Renzo Piano and Christoph Kohlbecker. Today, Potsdamer Platz is known for its striking modern architecture, including the Sony Center with its distinctive tent-like roof, the Kollhoff Tower with the Panoramapunkt viewing platform, and the Daimler complex.

The square is home to several major attractions, including the Museum of Film and Television, the Legoland Discovery Centre, and the Boulevard of Stars. It is also a hub for shopping, dining, and entertainment, featuring the Potsdamer Platz Arkaden shopping mall, numerous restaurants, cinemas, and theaters. The annual Berlinale Film Festival is also centered around Potsdamer Platz, making it a vibrant cultural destination year-round.