The palace of Sanssouci
- located in Potsdam (Germany) -
arose from the desire of
the Prussian King Frederick, the Great (18th century), to have a place to enjoy the summer in a way
– sans souci (carefree) –
becoming his called "mein Weinberghäuschen".
Frederick was known as the Philosopher King,
and Voltaire, considered his intellectual father,
and Voltaire, considered his intellectual father,
was bestowed with an exclusive
room with exotic decor.
Like other palaces of the time, Sanssouci has an elegant garden, where Frederick now rests on the upper terrace, as was his last wish.
The complex – a UNESCO World Heritage Site – also includes terraced vineyards,
beautiful sculptures
and a central fountain with swans,
who can enjoy a "sans souci" life.
beautiful sculptures
and a central fountain with swans,
who can enjoy a "sans souci" life.
The Historic Windmill near the palace
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