Travelogue of Potsdam

Welcome to the beautiful Potsdam. Founded in the 7th century as a Slavic village the city went through many ups and downs. First, the Thirty Years' War destroyed half the town but then the city's fortune changed dramatically when it was chosen as the hunting residence of Frederick William I. Situated on the Havel River sits the historical capital of Brandenburg. It is the residence of the Prussian kings. While visiting take in the sites of the breathtaking lakes and unique landscapes. The parks and palaces of Sanssouci are the main points of interest when people visit Potsdam. Other places not to miss are the Orangery Palace, the New Palace, and the Charlottenhof Palace. The Old Market Square is Potsdam's historical centre. The square is dominated by the dome of the Nicolas Church. Potsdam is a magnificent place to visit to experience old culture mixed with the new.