Neue Residenz, Renaissance palace in Halle, Germany.
Neue Residenz is a palace in Halle with four connected wings arranged around a central courtyard. The architecture displays early German Renaissance elements through its stone facades and arched windows.
Cardinal Albrecht of Brandenburg began building this palace in 1531 as a center of church power in the north. In the 17th century the building changed under Duke August of Saxony-Weißenfels into a venue for early Baroque performances.
The building served as a seat of ducal power and shows Halle's importance as a cultural center. People came here to hear music and attend events that brought the arts into public view.
The building is accessible by tram lines 2, 5, or 10 to the Hallmarkt stop. Parking is available at the nearby Händelhaus-Karree garage.
During the annual Handel Festival the courtyard transforms into a themed garden. The gardens are designed by participants in a local workforce development program.
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