Miramare Castle, Gothic Revival castle on the Gulf of Trieste, Italy
The white limestone castle rises from a rocky cliff overlooking the Adriatic Sea, featuring towers, Gothic windows, and an extensive botanical garden.
The castle was constructed between 1856 and 1860 for Austrian Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, who later became Emperor of Mexico and met a tragic end.
The interior contains original furniture from the Habsburg period, including Maximilian's bedroom designed to resemble a naval ship's cabin.
The castle museum opens daily from 9 AM to 7 PM, with guided tours available in multiple languages through the furnished royal apartments.
The castle grounds include a smaller castle called Castelletto, where Maximilian lived during the construction of the main residence.
Location: Trieste
Inception: 1860
Founders: Maximilian I of Mexico
Architectural style: Gothic Revival, Carl Junker
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Operator: Ministero per i Beni e le Attività Culturali
Phone: +39040224143
Email: mu-mira@beniculturali.it
Website: http://castello-miramare.it
GPS coordinates: 45.70245,13.71232
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:16
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