The Berlin Wall was built in 1961, and came to symbolise the Iron Curtain between Western Europe and the Eastern bloc. It was policed by guards and patrols. It is believed that more than 5,000 people tried to escape from the Eastern bloc.
On 9 November 1989, the East German government allowed people to cross over the wall. Over the following weeks, parts of the wall were chipped off and taken away by locals and tourists. Industrial equipment was later used to remove almost all of the rest. Some people took segments as souvenirs and some pieces were given to institutions around the world.
Use this interactive map to see how far the wall has spread around the globe, and where large sections of it are on public display. If you have a piece of the wall, tell us using the form below.
HOW TO USE THE MAP
- Click on the icons to see the comments, pictures and videos
- Use the arrows on the left or drag the hand to navigate
- Zoom into a location to be able to read more comments
- Send in your stories and pictures to [email protected]
- To see where the wall has reached around the world, use the arrows to expand the map
The map has been centred over the UK to view the stories more easily. Use the zoom out icon on the left hand side of the map to see where the wall is across the world.
BBC News website readers have been telling us where pieces are now. Do you have a piece of the wall Or is there a segment where you live Let us know using the form below. If you can, please send a picture of yourself with the wall or, even better, a video.
Send your pictures and video to [email protected] or text them to 61124 or if you are outside the UK +44 7725 100 100. If you have a large file you can upload here.Read the terms and conditions
At no time should you endanger yourself or others, take any unnecessary risks or infringe any laws.