Bellevue Palace, Presidential palace in Tiergarten, Germany
Description
Bellevue Palace is a neoclassical residence in the Mitte district, located at the northern edge of the Großer Tiergarten in Berlin. The building sits directly on the Spree riverbank, close to the Victory Column, and presents itself as a white three-wing structure with a columned portico and central dome.
History
The palace was built in 1786 for Prince Augustus Ferdinand of Prussia as a private summer residence and is considered the first neoclassical building in Germany. After World War II it was reconstructed and has served as the official seat of the Federal President since 1994.
Culture
The name Bellevue means "beautiful view" and originally referred to the outlook over the Spree and the surrounding gardens. Today the building serves as the official residence of the Federal President, where state guests are received and important ceremonies are held.
Practical
The palace can only be visited through guided tours that are offered occasionally and must be booked in advance. The park surrounding it is publicly accessible and allows a view of the facade and the maintained gardens.
Did you know?
During World War II local residents buried military statues on the palace grounds, which were rediscovered only in 1993 during construction work. The bronze figures had lain unnoticed underground for almost 50 years.
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