I liked this castle very much! It has an excellent location and views around. We visited it when the exhibition devoted to the film "Thee nuts for Cinderella" was open. It was a really nice journey to my favourite fairy tale, to my childhood. The only thing which confused me was the language of the exhibition - German and Chech. Why? You mentioned in several places that the fairy tale was popular in Europe and there is no information in English? It really upset me during my visit. The film about filming was very interesting, but I understood only partially. At least English subtitles could be added there. The other thing which disappointed me was a shop, where I didn't find any interesting souvenirs to buy. There is no souvenir related to the film, just plastic hazelnuts, cookie cutters and books in German. No English books, no interesting figures from the film, no castle model. I think that you can improve the variety of stuff...
Read moreWe saw pictures of the Moritzburg Castle and we decided it would be the perfect way to end our day trip to Dresden (considering that Moritzburg is just 10 km away from Dresden and we were lucky enough to have our car with us). Being passionate about photography (and my fiance knowing some things about photography from me) we decided that the best time to go there would be right before sunset. We did not get to visit the inside of the castle but we were mesmerized about the outside. Moritzburg is a beautiful and cozy village with the castle being the jewel on top of its crown. There are plenty of ducks on the lake (I think there were at least 2-3 different species) and some benches here and there where you could sit and take in the view. I must say that if you are ever in the vicinity of Moritzburg you MUST see it. I will leave you with a couple of...
Read moreThis beautifully symmetrical palace, nestled in the middle of a man-made lake, exudes a charming yellow and white exterior that pays homage to the local style. Step inside and embark on a journey through time, exploring the palace’s rich history and the fascinating artifacts it houses. Take a leisurely stroll around the palace to capture a breathtaking 360-degree view, which won’t take much of your time. On the right side of the palace, you’ll find a staircase leading up to a hidden gem: a metal Cinderella shoe! This palace was the filming location for the Czech version of Cinderella, and ladies are welcome to try on the iconic sandal. Men might even want to give it a shot! This charming castle is a perfect destination for a quick and...
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