Rundale Palace is a Baroque palace located in the south of Latvia, near the Lithuanian border. It was built in the 18th century by the Russian court architect Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli for the Duke of Courland, Ernst Johann von Biron.
The palace is considered one of the finest examples of Baroque architecture in the Baltic region and is a popular tourist destination. The interior of the palace is decorated with ornate stucco work, frescoes, and period furnishings. The palace also features beautiful gardens that have been restored to their original Baroque design.
During its history, the palace has been used for various purposes, including as a summer residence for the Duke of Courland, a school for girls, and a hospital during World War I. After Latvia regained its independence in 1991, the palace was restored to its former glory and opened to the public as a museum. Today, visitors can tour the palace and its gardens, view art exhibitions, and attend concerts and other cultural events.
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