Eggenberg Palace, located 3 kilometres from Graz, was built between 1625-1635 in the Mannerist style between 1625 and 1635 in the Mannerist style. It was designed as an allegory of time and the universe. The four corner towers symbolise the four seasons, the 12 gates symbolise the 12 months, and the 365 windows represent the number of days in the year.
The interior of the palace is in Baroque and Rococo style and is overflowing with mouldings, ceiling paintings, pictures, crystal and antique furniture made of rare wood. wood. The walls and ceiling of the Parade Hall are painted with the signs of the zodiac, which is why it is also known as the Planet Hall. is also called the Planet Hall.
The museum wing houses part of the exhibition of the Styrian Museum. The most valuable most valuable piece of the collection is a bronze chariot from Strettweg from the 7th century BC. depicting a sacrifice scene. You can also see a collection of coins and medals.
