Product Description
Sanssouci Palace Christmas Advent Calendar
Royal German Holiday Tradition
Experience the grandeur of a royal German Christmas with this exquisite advent calendar with glitter accents featuring the Sanssouci Palace in Potsdam at Christmas. Handcrafted in Germany, this Christmas countdown calendar transforms the historic Potsdam palace into a spectacular winter celebration.
Sanssouci Palace Christmas Calendar Highlights
The scene is carefully illustrated in fine detail. A grand display of fireworks light up the winter sky with patrons of the arts dancing and listening to an outdoor concert on the steps. Windows of this calendar reveal other famous buildings, landmarks & symbols of the Potsdam area, as well as, Christmas motifs.
- Authentic German-made traditional advent calendar
- 24 little doors to open featuring palace treasures and Christmas motifs - Each door has a little picture behind it
- Premium paper construction with elegant glitter accents
- Showcasing historic Potsdam landmarks and architecture
- Part of the prestigious "Christmas in Europe" collection by Richard Sellmer Verlag
Perfect for history enthusiasts and tradition lovers. The tradition is to open one door each day from December 1 thru December 24. Children love to open a door a day as they count down to Christmas.
Historical Significance & References
- UNESCO World Heritage site in Potsdam
- Former summer residence of Frederick the Great
- Celebrated example of Rococo architecture
- Symbol of German cultural heritage
Tradition of the Advent Calendar
The tradition of the advent calendar dates back to 1851 in the Protestant parts of Germany. The first advent calendar with little doors was printed in the early 1900's and continues today.
Additional Details
- Does Not come with candy or chocolate
- This advent calendar has glitter accents
- Part of Richard Sellmer Verlag's Christmas in Europe Series
- Dimensions: approx. 15.75" by 11.25"
- Crafted in Germany
Holiday Shipping Information
Order today to be ready for the holiday season! Normal delivery time is 2-7 business days. $6.99 flat rate shipping on orders under $99, free shipping on all orders over $99.
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