In the city of Potsdam, Germany

 “A crown is merely a hat that lets the rain in.” -- Frederick the Great

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(in Potsdam, Germany) Back in the day, Frederick II (the Great) wanted to cultivate plums, figs and grape vines on Potsdam’s doorstep. In 1744, he had a terraced garden designed in Sanssouci Park for this purpose. But, due to the exceptionally beautiful view, the idea soon crossed the king’s mind to build a large summer residence above the terraces -- and, due to his greatness, thus was it (soon) so. In addition, the New Palace and the picture gallery were constructed in subsequent years, while the slopes of the castle were used as flower and vegetable gardens. Today, you will also find Frederick II’s tomb on the castle hill. The baroque garden was later redesigned in the style of a landscape park under Frederick the Great’s successors and was expanded by Frederick William IV with structures such as Charlottenhof Castle, the orangery, and the Roman Baths. They were to meant to reflect part of Italy in his own native country. Today, the castles in Sanssouci Park serve as fabulous backdrops for key events, such as the Potsdam court concerts, or various musical festivals.