Sanssouci Palace and Park Tourism

Sanssouci Palace, built by Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, as his summer palace, is an exceptional example of the 18th-century Potsdam Rococo style. Situated in Potsdam, near Berlin, it was designed by architect Georg Wenzeslaus von Knobelsdorff and completed in 1747. The palace's name, Sanssouci, is a French phrase ('without concern'), signifying the place as a haven for relaxation and contemplation. The palace is smaller in comparison to its French Baroque counterparts, focusing on the personal needs of the king rather than grand representation. Its single-story layout centers around a large banquet hall with adjoining smaller rooms. The park surrounding Sanssouci is also famous for its Baroque landscaping, vineyard terraces, and numerous fountains and statues. Later additions include the New Palace with a more lavish design and the historic Mill. A UNESCO World Heritage site, together they form a larger cultural landscape called the 'Palaces and Parks of Potsdam and Berlin.'