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Blenheim Palace, Woodstock
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April 18th 2005 by Cool Travelers
Blenheim Palace located in the Oxfordshire Cotswolds town of Woodstock, is a masterpiece of English Baroque architecture. It was started in 1705 and finished in 1722.
Blenheim Palace is set in 2,100 acres of spectacular parkland and surrounded by sweeping lawns and formal gardens.
The Palace name "Blenheim" comes from the Battle of Blenheim, which was fought in August 1704, where John Churchill, the first duke of Marlborough gained victory over the French.
For his battle success, the first duke of Marlborough was rewarded by Queen Anne, gave him Woodstock and said she would build him a house called Blenheim.
The Water Terrace
The Bernini river-gods' fountain on the second Water Terrace can be seen at the right.
The Chapel
In the Palace Chapel Rysbrack's monument to the 1st Duke and Duchess of Marlborough and their two sons, both of whom died young.
Column of Victory
The Column of Victory, which was begun five years after the Marlborough's death, was finished in 1730.
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