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    The Residenz from the French Garden
    The front of the Residenz, from the carparkEntry wayNote the stone statue under the topiarised tree.1I call this one "John with Tree-Dude"

    Bishops’ Residenz, Wurzburg

    November 4, 2022 in Germany ⋅ ☁️ 9 °C

    For centuries the Wurzburg prince-bishops wielded enormous power and wealth. The Residenz is UNESCO-listed; a fine baroque palace built between 1720 and 1744. No photos are allowed inside. There’s a famous grand staircase and the largest ceiling fresco in the world [6,400 sq ft] showing 4 continents of the world. The other rooms are equally opulent and ornate.
    Outside, there are 3 gardens - French, Italian and English.    Read more