The Story of Pillnitz Palace: Baroque Beauty in Saxony - THE NEW PALACE Part 1

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The Story of Pillnitz Palace: Baroque Beauty in Saxony – THE NEW PALACE (Part 1)

Nestled between the vineyards and the Elbe River lies one of Saxony’s most enchanting landmarks: Pillnitz Palace. What began as a modest Renaissance manor evolved—under Augustus the Strong—into a dazzling Baroque pleasure palace, filled with gondolas, chinoiserie, and lavish court life.

In this episode, we dive into the fascinating history of The New Palace:
🏛️ From its early ownership
🔥 Through the destructive fire of 1818
🛠️ To its elegant neoclassical reconstruction by Pöppelmann's successors

You’ll discover:
🍵 The Chinese tea room
🍳 The palace’s one-of-a-kind kitchen
🚶‍♂️ Hidden servant corridors
🕊️ And the breathtaking domed hall of the New Palace

📍 Why was Pillnitz a reflection of royal dreams and political theatre? And what still echoes from that age today? Join us as we uncover the secrets of this Baroque gem in Saxony.

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