European Stars and Stripes (Newspaper) - October 27, 1994, Darmstadt, Hesse A amps photos by Dave Casey among the Many walking trails Are architectural and botanical wonders. Chief among them is the sans Souci Palace itself. A Broad stairway of six Levels leads to it and at each level is a Terrace swathed in Green vegetation. The Palace which took Only two years to Complete is open to guided Tours year round. Pay attention to the cheerful cherubs that line the roof and Grace the Oval windows. They Are evidence that Frederick planned this place to escape the burdens of monarchy. The wonders Are not Only in the buildings however. The vegetation is also a highlight especially the sicilian Carden with its Palms Seville oranges and other shrubs and Trees of Mediterranean origin. There Are Many sights Worth seeing boards ailing is a popular pastime on the wan see left. Warm weather brings out the crowds above. Here. Don t miss the orangery a former Winter Garden designed in the italian Renaissance style and modelled on the Villa Medici in Rome and the uffizi in Florence. Also see the new Palace nearly 250 Yards Long with 322 windows and 428 statues. It too is open year round for guided Tours. And one should t miss the chinese Tea House and the roman Baths. The Point Here is Berlin is a big City and getting bigger. It is crammed with museums and history. A visit to the future capital of Germany is nearly a must. But when the Hustle and Bustle of a big City overwhelms remember that there Are pleasant and Placid escapes not far away. Another favorite activity is cycling. Here a group of German scouts prepare to tackle one of the Many paths that line the Shore of the Lake. The sans Souci Palace in Potsdam is a 15-minute drive from wan see. Dober 27, 1994 stripes Magazine 5
