When was the Schloss Charlottenburg built in Berlin?
Charlottenburg Palace ( German: Schloss Charlottenburg) is a Baroque palace in Berlin, located in Charlottenburg, a district of the Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf borough. The palace was built at the end of the 17th century and was greatly expanded during the 18th century. It includes much lavish internal decoration in baroque and rococo styles.
Why was the Schloss Charlottenburg named after Sophie Charlotte?
Sophie Charlotte died in 1705 and Friedrich named the palace and its estate Charlottenburg in her memory. In the following years, the Orangery was built on the west of the palace and the central area was extended with a large domed tower and a larger vestibule.
When did Napoleon live in the Schloss Charlottenburg?
In 1804, following Prussia’s defeat at Jena-Auerstedt, Napoleon marched into Berlin and settled in the palace, which became his headquarters. Their eldest son, Friedrich Wilhelm IV, who reigned from 1840 to 1861, lived in the upper storey of the central palace building.
Is the Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin still open?
Discover the magic of the rococo at the beautiful Charlottenburg Palace – once a royal summer residence, today Berlin’s largest and most magnificent palace. Please note: The current opening and closing hours and special hygiene rules for the Covid-19 are available on this website.
What did the wind vane on the Schloss Charlottenburg represent?
On top of the dome is a wind vane in the form of a gilded statue representing Fortune designed by Andreas Heidt. The Orangery was originally used to overwinter rare plants. During the summer months, when over 500 orange, citrus and sour orange trees decorated the baroque garden, the Orangery regularly was the gorgeous scene of courtly festivities.