Schönbrunn Palace (Schloss Schönbrunn)
18th-century summer palace with lavish rococo ceremonial rooms, beautiful gardens, zoo and a maze
About Schönbrunn Palace (Schloss Schönbrunn)
Austria
Schönbrunn Palace is a grand Baroque complex, with 1,441 rooms spread over four wings. The palace is designed in a symmetrical layout, with the main building surrounded by a series of wings and expansive gardens. A famous feature of the palace is the Hall of Mirrors which is renowned for its stunning design and used for ceremonies, balls and receptions. The elegantly-decorate Imperial Apartments offer a glimpse into the lives of the Habsburg emperors. Empress Maria Theresa’s Apartments are also available for viewing, showcasing the rooms where the empress conducted much of her imperial business. The Palace is equally famous for its expansive landscaped gardens, which stretch over 160 hectares. At the foot of the palace, the Neptune Fountain is an impressive Baroque fountain depicting the sea god Neptune surrounded by mythological figures. The Palm House is a large glasshouse that was built in the 19th century and houses a variety of exotic plants and palm trees from around the world. The Desert House showcases plants from arid regions, such as cacti, succulents and other desert flora. Within the palace grounds, the Tiergarten Schönbrunn is the world’s oldest continuously operating zoo, established in 1752 and home to over 700 species of animals like giant pandas, elephants and tigers. The Wildpark is a large area in the park is home to wild animals such as deer, which roam freely in a more natural setting.
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