Fountains in Dresden

Q: What historical sites of Dresden are worth visiting for an architecture lover?

The Semper Opera House, designed by Gottfried Semper in 1871, is a model of neo-renaissance. Dresden Castle-Residence, founded in the XIII century, combines elements of Gothic, Baroque and Neo-Renaissance. The Albertinum, built in the 1880s, is a vivid example of historicist architecture.

Q: Where to go in Dresden with children: interesting places for family holidays?

Opened in 1956, the Museum of Transport offers an exhibition of historic cars, trains and airplanes. The Dresden Zoo, founded in 1861, houses more than 1,500 animals. Walk through the Great Garden, created in the Baroque style in the XVII century, where there is a miniature railway.

Q: Where to take beautiful photos in Dresden: the best photo zones?

Brühl's terrace, nicknamed the 'balcony of Europe', offers panoramic views of the Elbe and the historic centre. The Blue Miracle Bridge, built in 1893, is a great place to shoot in the style of industrial modernity. Zwinger’s courtyard, with its fountains and sculptures, is an ideal place for portraits.

Q: What legends and legends are associated with the sights of Dresden?

According to legend, the golden rider on the monument to Augustus the Strong turns when a beautiful girl passes by. In Frauenkirch, there is a story of a “stone angel” who survived the bombing of 1945. In the castle of Moritzburg there is a legend about the ghost of Countess Kozel, a former favorite of August the Strong.

Q: What little-known sights of Dresden are worth seeing?

The China Tea Room Pavilion in Grosser Garten Park is a rare example of Chinese architecture in Europe. The Golden Rider Museum is dedicated to the history of Augustus the Strong and contains unique artifacts. The wine region of Elbland, located within the city, offers excursions to the wine cellars of the XVII century.

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Cholera fountain

The cholera fountain is located in Dresden, in front of the Tashenberg Palace. Its height is 18 meters, the number of water jets i …

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Kvekbrunnen Fountain (Living Source Fountain)

The Kvekbrunnen Fountain (Living Source Fountain) is a small quadrangular pavilion almost 4 meters high, which is located above th …

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The museum in Dresden. Tour of the Palace-Residence Museum “New Green Vault”

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Walk down Dresden

Acquaintance with Dresden should begin with a sightseeing tour. So it's quicker to navigate, save time searching for museums, plun …

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Pirna is the gateway to Saxon Switzerland. Tour from Dresden.

A provincial town, compact, with a classical medieval layout and its unique 750-year history. Do you want to know how expensive P …

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