Orangery Palace, Renaissance Revival palace in Sanssouci Park, Potsdam, Germany
Orangery Palace is a Renaissance Revival building with a central structure and twin towers linked to a 103-meter-long Plant Hall featuring floor-to-ceiling windows along the south side. Inside, royal apartments showcase second Rococo styling, and the western hall retains an original functioning floor duct heating system.
Prussian King Friedrich Wilhelm IV commissioned architect Friedrich August Stüler to build this palace between 1851 and 1864. The structure arose from the king's passion for romantic architecture and his collecting pursuits.
The Raphael Hall displays copies of Renaissance paintings hung on red silk walls, originating from Friedrich Wilhelm III's collection. These works allowed visitors to encounter Italian masterpieces without traveling to Italy.
A visit is easiest during the warmer months when the Plant Hall is in full bloom and the gardens remain easily accessible. Comfortable shoes are essential, as the site requires walking through different areas.
The palace grounds feature several themed gardens, including the Paradise Garden, Norse Garden, and Sicilian Garden, each showcasing different planting concepts by landscape architect Peter Joseph Lenné. These gardens create a cultural journey through various European regions within a single setting.
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