Schloss Charlottenburg is a majestic and the most famous castle situated in Berlin. It was built in the end of the 17th Century as a summer residence for King Friedrich Wilhelm I. The architect of the building was Arnold Nering, who erected it in the impressive Italian Baroque style. The interior of the castle is unforgettable and admirable with its walls covered with decorative amber. In 1740-1746, the new wing with two banqueting halls was added to the east end of the palace by Georg Wenzeslaus von Knobelsdorff forming a counterpart to the Orangery. In the end of the18th Century, the castle was significantly enlarged under Friedrich Wilhelm II. The palace theatre and a lovely orangery were added. The tea-house Belvedere also was erected at this time in the beautiful Rococo style with impressive collection of porcelain. The gardens surrounding the main building were built in the 17th Century by Simeon Godeau in the French style known as Andre Le Notre. In the next Century they were renovated in English landscape style. Schinkel Pavilion situated in the gardens is worth a visit with its original furniture, art works and sculptures dating from the time of Karl Friedrich Schinkel. Here you'll also find the Neo-Classical Mausoleum, where Queen Louise, King Friedrich Wilhelm III, Emperor Wilhelm I and Empress Augusta are buried. The castle was partly damaged during World War II, but fortunately was successfully rebuilt. Today it serves as a museum.