No other palace represents the personality of Frederick the Great as much as the magnificent Sanssouci. Originally designed as a summer residence near Potsdam (now Germany), it represents Frederick’s ideals through its elegant Rococo architecture.
Sanssouci (“without care”) was not only Frederick’s favorite place to stay, but it was also his retreat and sanctuary. Built between 1745 and 1747 by architect Georg Wenzeslaus von Knobelsdorff according to the king’s sketches, the palace features an impressive palace park with unique decorative features.
It is no wonder that the Prussian king selected this particular style for a summer palace instead of the opulent Baroque style. The Rococo style is characterized by its grace, lightness, and playfulness, based on carefree themes such as aristocratic life and romance….