Not sure if this is the way to spell it. I'll correct later.
So imagine you rule an empire that takes up a good part of Europe and Asia, and you have the central government with all these gorgeous buildings in Vienna. It gets so hot in the summer, and space is so tight that you need a summer home for gardens and entertaining - 144 guests.
Well 144 is at least the number of rooms at Schonbrun Palace. We saw the ballroom, some dens, drawing rooms, VIP rooms, dining and tea rooms and the state bedroom. The royal children are all born in the state bedroom, so the servants can't switch kids with the royal princes and princesses.
The trim in the castle is all gold overlaid on wood. While 4.5 kg for the whole castle is less than it sounds, it is still worth more than I can handle. And pictures of these castles look ornate to the point of gaudiness, in person they are just rich and beautiful. In a room with a 16-foot ceiling, you almost need that much deoration on the walls.
Anyway, I have postcards and a book from here. You all are welcome to see when I come home, or if I have a chance to upload some pictures later.
5 comments:
I can't believe it's SNOWING...no fair!!! Sounds like you are having a blast. I'm so glad all is going well for you. Have fun and keep on posting :)
ann
Glad to hear you're having a great time. We got the cheese and fruit package today. Thanks for sending it! Now, keep having fun.
Love,
Scott, Sarah and David. (and Reg)
I'm so glad you're having a good time. Thank you for keeping us up to date on your trip. I cannot wait to see all the pictures!!
Have fun!!!
Your updates are great fun to read. The snow has put you in the Christmas spirit. I got in the Christmas spirit by making 5 quantities of Christmas cookies ! Your mom is coming Saturday and we're going to bake! It sounds like you're having a wonderful time and seeing amazing sites. How was the Strauss & Mozart concert? I thought that sounded awesome. Stay safe. Linda
Hey Robin -- Thanks for the nice card. The pears you sent are delicious, too.
Love, Scott, Sarah and David
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