Dusseldorf Castle
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One of the most interesting sights of the city is the Castle Dusseldorf. After it was built in 1984, its history developed differently, in his way were like during the Holocaust and rebirth. Learn about the history of the castle, the impression that he is constantly subjected to a strong enough damage.

In 1492 he began a series of troubles Dusseldorf castle, this is the year saw the first fire that could destroy him most. Restoration work carried out afterwards, but it lasted a long time.

1510 - Castle blazing fire again, this time for civil engineering works taken talented and famous architects Domenico Martinelli, Zyundorf and Alessandro Pasqualini. They had to work for 11 years, as a result, not only the outline of the Castle Dusseldorf able to change, but also greatly elevate the adjacent territory. There were new buildings such as the theater, brewery, stables and riding school. They were made in the Baroque style, and in the design of the castle lasted for the next three centuries.

In 1795, the share of this beautiful palace fell another fire, unfortunately, this time to the restoration work began only 50 years later. After 1872 the castle again in Dusseldorf was a strong fire, it was decided to demolish the ruins. At this time of the renovation or construction of speech did not go.

At present, a reminder of the past existence of the castle says the stone tower is the only surviving building. The tower is a museum dedicated to shipping and navigation, and on the upper floor is a small restaurant.

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