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The Breakers - One of the Loveliest of Newport Mansions

11/3/2014

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Heading north? Consider visit the Breakers, a designated National Historic Landmark located in Newport. 

I took a tour of the Breakers several years ago and the moment I stepped through the front door, I was reminded of the grand European palaces. Having grown up in Europe, I had the chance to see many a palace and castle. The Breakers - built by the Vanderbilt family - is an interesting example of their social and financial status in the 1890s and on the tour you will learn about their lifestyle and family relations. 

This landmark is a commission to architect Richard Morris Hunt. He assembled an international team of artisans and created a 70-room palace. He was inspired by Italian Renaissance. The furnishings came from France; other decorations were supplied from Austria and the U.S. The influence of Europe is strong and as you stroll through the rooms, you may imagine men in tuxedos and top hats and ladies in afternoon tea gowns ... You will hear the water hitting the land and may 'hear' the sounds of the Vanderbilt children playing outside ... 

Travel and learning about history is one of my passions and I think you would appreciate a quick visit to this architectural treasure. 
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