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City Palace

Potsdamer Stadtschloss · 포츠담

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building in Potsdam, Germany, former residence of the Prussian kings, seat of the Brandenburg Landtag

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Contents

8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome to the City Palace of Jaipur, an extraordinary complex that has served as the administrative seat and private residence of the Jaipur royal family since 1727. As you stand at the threshold of this magnificent palace, you…

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  2. 2Diwan-i-Khas and the Great Silver Urns

    We begin in the Diwan-i-Khas, the Hall of Private Audience. This open-air pavilion, constructed of marble and sandstone, was where the Maharaja met with his ministers and distinguished guests. …

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  3. 3Pritam Niwas Chowk: The Gates of the Seasons

    We now enter the Pritam Niwas Chowk, perhaps the most photographed courtyard in all of India. This inner courtyard provides access to the Chandra Mahal and is famous for its four magnificent gates, each representing a different…

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  4. 4Chandra Mahal: The Seven-Storied Residence

    Rising majestically above the courtyard is the Chandra Mahal, the 'Moon Palace.' This seven-story building is the oldest part of the complex and remains the primary residence of the royal family. While the upper floors are…

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  5. 5Chhavi Niwas: The Blue Room of Janmashtami

    On the second floor of the Chandra Mahal lies the Chhavi Niwas, or the 'Hall of Images.' This room is a startling departure from the red and white tones of the rest of the palace, as it is decorated entirely in a vibrant,…

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  6. 6Sheesh Mahal and the Art of Mirror Work

    Continuing our journey into the private chambers, we find the Sheesh Mahal, or the 'Palace of Mirrors,' also known as the Sri Niwas. This room is a dazzling display of craftsmanship, with its walls and ceilings entirely covered…

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  7. 7Shobha Niwas and the 22-Carat Gold Polish

    Finally, we reach the Shobha Niwas, the 'Hall of Beauty.' If the Sheesh Mahal was about light, the Shobha Niwas is about the absolute opulence of gold. The entire room is a symphony of 22-carat gold leaf and vibrant frescoes. …

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  8. 8Closing

    As we conclude our tour of the City Palace, we return to the grand courtyards. We have walked through the halls of justice, marveled at the record-breaking silver urns, and peeked into the private, gold-laden lives of the royalty. …

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What is City Palace?

City Palace is a place in 포츠담 with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
Location포츠담
TypeHeritage
Story sections8
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates52.3947, 13.0606
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Nearby places

within a 5-minute walk
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