Miramare Castle in Trieste A trip to the “South American” park, born of the botanical interest of Archduke Maximilian

As you leave the highway and slowly slide a few kilometers towards the sea, with pine trees that act as a respectable barrier, after some curves, here it appears on a facade. Trieste Bay, With all its majestic beauty and elegance: The Fort Miramare. The construction appears in the style of Middle Ages Alabama Baroque, Occupying a lovely panoramic position; In fact, it is out of sight of the ocean. Grignano, About ten kilometers from the city, surrounded by a luxury park, co-created with residence, full Rare plant speciesEven from the American continent. Efficiently run by an art historian Andrina CondesaThe fort, which employs a large group of women, is a destination for many each year. Hundreds of thousands of viewers, Attracted by the quiet beauty of the place – quietly it is almost natural – because the charm here Human completion They are “conversations” perfectly Natural It offers some of its exotic top notes in those places.

The castle and the park were desired by future archbishops Ferdinand Maximilian of Habsburg-Lorraine, What would Maximiliano I of Mexico be who emigrated in 1850? Trieste To pursue a military career, but only in 1855 did he develop the idea of ​​building a private residence on the beach – construction began in early 1856. Christmas From 1860 The construction of the fort was completed; The representation section was added, completed only in 1870. The archbishop personally followed both of them. DesignAnd the layout of the vast park (more than 22 hectares), including the English and Italian gardens, is full of rare plants, sculptures and ponds that descend with great steps towards the sea. Archduke was a botanical enthusiast and the park collects plant species from around the world.

Maximilian, member of the Habsburg Council, imperial prince and emperor of Austria, was emperor, but not in Vienna. But inside Mexico, Thanks Napoleon III Conservative groups in France and Central America. But his maneuver did not last long: three years later Maximilian was shot dead by his enemies (which also ended in a sketch. Manet) In vain, before the situation worsened, his wife Charlotte from Belgium He returned to Europe to seek the support of European nations: in Rome with Pope Pius IX, in Paris (withdraws support for the emperor in free fall), in Vienna, however, the emperor Francesco Giuseppe Shortly before leaving Trieste Castle, he lost all title to the Habsburg ruling house to his younger brother when he learned of the Mexican plans.

The building has been open to the public since the spring. 1929But for a short time, from the following year – and until 1937 – it became a residence Saboya-Aosta Duque Amedeo And his wife Anna D’ArleansWill cease to exist A tourist attraction.

Due to its geographical location, the fort became a special place during World War II. Military interest For that Nazi occupants What, by verification Gulf Triestein, They can Prohibition Possibility Landings From Allies. The latter maintained a garrison at the fort until 1954, but on June 2, 1955 the fort and Miramare Park They became the National Museum; So, since 2016 it has gained the status of the State Autonomous Museum of Fort and Park.

Contains the inside More than 20 rooms: Specific value Salt of maximiliano, Including bedroom, as planned The cabin of a ship, And that Throne room, Decorated with portraits of all the rulers of the Habsburg House.

Being too busy State MuseumYou can visit the predetermined path from the ground floor to the first floor where you will appreciate the luxurious original decoration with reception rooms, private apartments, works of art, furniture and precious objects. Among the many interests, a Piano A perfect copy of where he was sitting, from the middle of the 19th century. Carlota Different Kinds of Pieces to Play – In fact, there are many large, well-stocked libraries. Score books Maximilian’s wife used it to read the instrument.

The park is rich in different types of creatures. Plant LozanoFlower displays, late spring to late fall. Central and South America, Evidence of travel and flavors far from the upper Adriatic, but a new Raison d’Tre found at the foot of the Carso. Like the so-called certification of a not too distant past Double bathroomStill excluded from the tour, but that’s it Fully recovered (It was used Heliotherapy bath And for the first diving excursions) and shows itself in all its exclusive, but reserved elegance.

Finally a real surprise Visit to the tower He climbed to the top of the fort. The descent after the arch, in a completely restored and completely safe environment, you can go up and reach the highest point of the fort, from which you can enjoy a. Panorama Amazing Across the gulf, In the companyAn antique clock Fully functional. From above you can measure the height and grandeur of the fort, the lush vegetation that surrounds it on three sides and the vastness of the blue expanse that reflects the architectural majesty. 170 years ago Massimiliano d’Asburgo showed great taste, the descendants, today, do not make any effort to share and appreciate.

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Information

Historical Museum and Miramare Fort Park

Paloma | Viale Miramare, Trieste
When | Open from 9am to 7pm all year round (except Christmas and New Years)
Tickets | The entrance costs 10 euros.
Reservations | castellomiramare.vivaticket.it
Contacts: | Dell. 040 224143
Internet | www.miramare.beniculturali.it

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