Schloss Rastatt, residence of the Margraves of Baden-Baden, Black Forest, Germany скачать в хорошем качестве

Schloss Rastatt, residence of the Margraves of Baden-Baden, Black Forest, Germany

Welcome to a world of luxury and history! In this video, we take a walk through the magnificent Rastatt Palace and admire its lavish halls, preserved from the era of the Margraves of Baden-Baden. This palace was built in the early 18th century for Margrave Ludwig Wilhelm of Baden-Baden, the legendary "Turkish Louis," feared by the Ottoman Empire. Its opulent interiors, grand architecture, and the aura of a bygone era make it one of the most stunning palaces in Baden-Württemberg. Once a place of lavish balls and political negotiations, today it immerses visitors in the past, preserving the spirit of the Baroque era. _________________________________________________________________________________________________ A Day in Rastatt Palace During Its Prime (Early 18th Century) Life in the palace followed a strict schedule, reflecting the refined customs of the Baroque court. Morning 🌞 6:00 – 7:00 AM – Awakening Servants rose early to prepare the audience hall, light fireplaces, and bring fresh water. The Margrave or Margravine woke up with the soft chime of the clock or the first rays of sunlight. 👑 7:00 – 8:00 AM – Morning Ritual Noble residents performed their morning toilette, washing with rose or lavender water and dressing with the help of attendants. This was also a time to discuss court matters. 🥐 8:00 – 9:00 AM – Breakfast A light meal of hot chocolate, coffee, or tea with bread, butter, and jams was served in private chambers or a small dining room. 📜 9:00 – 11:00 AM – State Affairs The Margrave spent the morning attending to government matters, meeting ministers, military advisors, and diplomats in the library or audience chamber. Daytime 🦊 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM – Leisure & Hobbies Mornings included walks in the palace gardens, hunting, or practicing arts like music, fencing, and horseback riding. 🍽 2:00 – 4:00 PM – Grand Banquet Lunch was a lavish feast with multiple courses—roasts, soups, fresh vegetables, game, and desserts—attended by family and distinguished guests. 🎭 4:00 – 6:00 PM – Entertainment Afternoons were filled with concerts, poetry readings, small performances, or embroidery for the ladies, while musicians rehearsed. Evening 🚶‍♂️ 6:00 – 8:00 PM – Socializing & Walks Noblemen and women strolled through the gardens or gathered in the Mirror Gallery to discuss the latest news. 🥂 8:00 – 10:00 PM – Ball or Formal Dinner The evenings were spectacular, featuring balls, theater performances, or masquerades in the Grand Hall, where guests danced the minuet, gavotte, and other Baroque-era dances. 🌙 10:00 PM – 12:00 AM – Retiring for the Night After the ball, nobles retired to their chambers, reading, reflecting, and preparing for bed with the help of their attendants. Thus, a day at Rastatt Palace in the Baroque era was a mix of ceremony, entertainment, and politics—a glimpse into a world of elegance and grandeur. ✨