Schloss Nymphenburg, Nymphenburg Palace, Nymph's Castle
Germany, Munich
Nymphenburg Palace is located in the west of Munich in the Neuhausen-Nymphenburg district. Its construction was begun by the decree of Elector Ferdinand Maria by the architect Agnostino Barelli in 1664 and completed in 1675, after which the castle was expanded several times. The palace was originally built in the Baroque style.
Inside the palace are of interest: the Great Hall in the Rococo style, decorated with frescoes by Zimmermann; the famous Gallery of Beauties with portraits of 36 of the most beautiful European women by Stieler; Lacquer cabinet with black and red lacquered Chinese panels.