Bratislava, Slovakia: Primate's Palace

The Roman Empire lasted a long time - almost 2,000 years. This is where, more or less, it came to an end.

The Primate's Palace is were the Peace of Pressburg was signed. The actual signing room was in the Hall of Mirrors. Napoleon had won decisive victories over the Austrians earlier in the year, and it was time to settle some scores.

Shortly after this agreement, the Holy Roman Empire was finished. Napoleon created the Confederation of the Rhine to replace it, and a huge part of history had come to an end.

This building was finished in 1781. It now serves as the office of the mayor of Bratislava.

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