Category Archives: Palaces

Schloss Charlottenhof, Potsdam, Germany

Posted on June 8, 2010 by admin

In 1825 Frederick William III of Prussia purchased an estate south of Sanssouci Park as a gift for the Crown Prince Frederick William. The estate already had an 18thy century manor house, which was remodeled jointly by Karl Friedrich Schinkel … Continue reading →

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Hawa Mahal

Posted on May 19, 2010 by admin

Regarded as one of the iconic symbols of the state of Rajasthan, the Hawa Mahal – Palace of Winds – sits peacefully in the centre of the busy city of Jaipur. Built as an extension to the women’s chambers of … Continue reading →

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Nymphenburg Palace – Schloss Nymphenburg, Germany

Posted on March 9, 2010 by admin

The Nymphenburg Palace (German: Schloss Nymphenburg), i.e. “Nymph’s Castle”, is a Baroque palace in Munich, Bavaria, Germany. The palace was the main summer residence of the rulers of Bavaria. To celebrate the birth of their son and successor, Elector Ferdinand … Continue reading →

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Linderhof Palace – Schloss Linderhof, Bavaria

Posted on March 9, 2010 by admin

Linderhof Palace (German: Schloss Linderhof) is a palace in Germany, near Oberammergau in southwest Bavaria near Ettal Abbey. It is the smallest of the three palaces built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria and the only one of which he … Continue reading →

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Chateau de Malmaison – Paris, France

Posted on September 20, 2009 by admin

Located just a short distance outside Paris, this splendid country retreat has two claims to fame. Historically, it is renowned for its links with Napoleon I and Josephine, its most famous owners. In addition, Malmaison is often cited as a … Continue reading →

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