Dresden Castle Residence

The Dresden Castle Residence is one of the oldest buildings in the city. Today there are several museums. The most popular is the "Green Arches" - a famous collection of jewelry.

Dresden Castle Residence (Dresdner Residenzschloss), photo Franz Reichard

Dresden Castle Residence (Dresdner Residenzschloss) is one of the oldest buildings in the city. In the southwestern tower of the castle is the famous collection of jewels Grünes Gewölbe or Green Arch.

The Dresden Castle Residence is the former residence of the Saxon Electors and Kings. In its architecture, various styles can be traced, from Romanesque to eclecticism.

The fortress was first mentioned in 1289. Later, the castle was rebuilt several times. Only in 1901 he acquired a modern look. It was then that under the leadership of architects Gustav Dunger and Gustav Frelich, the Castle was last reconstructed.

North and west sides of the castle, photo Rol247 *

In addition to Grunes Gövölbe, the castle-residence includes the Engraving (Kupferstich-Kabinett) and the Numismatic (Münzkabinett) rooms. In the palace you can get to various thematic exhibitions and see works of art, both by old and modern masters.

How to get there

Take tram 4, 8, 9 to the Theaterplatz stop.

Watch the video: Places to see in Dresden - Germany Royal Palace (November 2024).

Category Germany, Next Article

Florence

Palazzo Medici Riccardi in Florence

The Palazzo Medici Riccardi, formerly the ancestral castle of the Medici family, is the first Renaissance building to be built in Florence. This attraction is located near the Duomo Square. The palace became an architectural model for such buildings in the future, turning into a classic.

Florence

Giotto's bell tower in Florence

In the heart of Italian Florence, travelers can admire the most extraordinary cathedral in all of Europe - Santa Maria del Fiore. We have already told you about the delights of the cathedral itself, now it’s worth paying your attention to another magnificent building, which is part of the Florentine Duomo complex - Giotto's bell tower.

Florence

Florence Outlet The Mall

If you are determined to take a short look at the outskirts of Florence and combine this trip with excellent shopping, then there is simply no better place than The Mall Outlet! About half an hour will go on the road to the shopping center, combining boutiques of eminent Italian and European brands under its roof.

Florence

Sights of Florence

Florence is incomparable in terms of beautiful views and historical sites. Most of the wonders of the city will require a day, or even not one, to fully study it. The city, founded in the I century BC. e., just saturated with magnificent cathedrals, chic villas and palazzos, green gardens and other amazing places.