Friedenstein Palace

Schloss Friedenstein
palace in Gotha
#3 in Gotha / #995 in Germany
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by Andrzej Otrębski
/ CC BY-SA 4.0

Friedenstein Palace, located in Gotha, Germany, is one of the largest early Baroque castles in the country. Constructed between 1643 and 1654 under Duke Ernest I of Saxe-Gotha-Altenburg, the palace features extensive gardens, a rich collection of art and historical artifacts, and the Ekhof Theatre, one of the oldest Baroque theaters in the world. The palace has served various functions over the years, including as a ducal residence and a hub for cultural and scientific endeavors.


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