Solitude Palace

Eremitage Solitude

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August 12th 2005
The Solitude hermitage is one of the most gorgeous Rococo castles in southern Germany! It was built from 1764 to 1769. Upon orders by Duke Carl Eugen the painter (Nicolas de Pigage) and the two architects (Johann Friedrich Weyhing and Philippe de La Guêpière ) created a simply marvelous piece of architecture! For the Duke it essentially fulfilled the purpose of a representative castle. ' ... read more

Europe » Germany » Baden-Württemberg » Leonberg

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As Europe's largest economy and most populous nation, Germany remains a key member of the continent's economic, political, and defense organizations. European power struggles immersed Germany in two devastating World Wars in the first half of the 20t... ... read more