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Sächsisches Staatsarchiv - Hauptstaatsarchiv Dresden
Preserving History in Dresden's Heart
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Dresden: First Steps10 pts
Dresden: Explorer25 pts
Dresden: Insider50 pts
The Hauptstaatsarchiv Dresden stands proudly in the city's government district, a striking collection of early 20th-century architecture. As Saxony's largest archive, it offers insights into the rich history of the state and its predecessors. The protected historical buildings reflect a long tradition of state documentation.
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Did you know?
The archive originated from a Secret Royal Archive started in 1702.
Quick Facts
- Founded
- 1993
- Heritage Status
- Heritage Monument
Guided Story
Look up and take in the grandeur of the Hauptstaatsarchiv. Did you know that this site once housed the Secret Royal Archive? Since 1702, it has safeguarded Saxony's stories and secrets. Imagine the significant documents stored within these walls! The architecture speaks of a time when Dresden was at the heart of political power. To the east, you can see the Saxon State Ministry of Justice, sharing a long history of governance with the archive. You might also feel the calm that this historic place exudes, despite being surrounded by the bustling Inner Neustadt.
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Location
Nearby
Sächsisches Staatsministerium der Justiz
80 m away
Neustädter Markthalle
161 m away
Dreikönigskirche
294 m away
Odyssee
188 m away
Sächsisches Staatsministerium für Wissenschaft, Kultur und Tourismus
268 m away
Schillerdenkmal
293 m away
Sächsische Staatskanzlei / Sächsisches Staatsministerium für Infrastruktur und Landesentwicklung
313 m away
Societätstheater
321 m away