Hermitage facts for kids
Hermitage or The Hermitage is a word that can mean a few different things. Most often, it refers to a quiet place where someone lives alone, often for religious reasons. It can also be the name of famous places, like a big museum or a historic home.
The most famous "Hermitage" is probably the Hermitage Museum in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It's one of the largest and oldest museums in the world, filled with amazing art and history. Another well-known place is The Hermitage (Nashville, Tennessee), which was the home of Andrew Jackson, a former President of the United States.
Famous Places Called Hermitage
Museums and Historic Homes
- The Hermitage Museum (started in 1754) in Saint Petersburg, Russia, is a huge art and culture museum.
- The Hermitage (Nashville, Tennessee) was the home of Andrew Jackson, the seventh U.S. President. You can visit it today!
- Hermitage Amsterdam is a branch of the famous Russian Hermitage Museum, located in the Netherlands.
- The Hermitage Museum (Bayreuth) is a beautiful palace and garden in Germany.
Castles and Lodges
- Hermitage Hunting Lodge in Denmark is a royal hunting lodge north of Copenhagen. It's a grand building used by kings and queens.
- Hermitage Castle in the Scottish Borders is a very old and historic fortress in Scotland. It has a long and interesting past.
Other Places Around the World
Many towns, villages, and even natural spots are named Hermitage. Here are a few examples:
In Australia
- The Hermitage (Australia), a school in Geelong, Victoria.
- Upper Hermitage, South Australia, a suburb near Adelaide.
In Canada
- Hermitage–Sandyville, a small town in Newfoundland.
In France
- L'Hermitage, a town in Brittany.
- Tain-l'Hermitage, a town in southern France, known for its wines.
In New Zealand
- The Hermitage Hotel, Mount Cook Village, a well-known hotel in a beautiful mountain area.
In the United Kingdom
- Hermitage, Berkshire, a village in England.
- Hermitage Castle in Scotland, a historic fortress.
- The Hermitage, Dunkeld, a lovely forest and nature site in Scotland, managed by the National Trust for Scotland.
- Hermitage of Braid, a park and nature reserve in Edinburgh, Scotland.
In the United States
- Hermitage, Tennessee, a neighborhood in Nashville, close to Andrew Jackson's historic home.
- Hermitage, Arkansas, a town in Arkansas.
- Hermitage, Pennsylvania, a city in Mercer County.
Ships Named Hermitage
Some ships have also been named Hermitage:
- USS Hermitage (AP-54), a troop transport ship used during World War II.
- USS Hermitage (LSD-34), a dock landing ship launched in 1956.
Grapes and Wine
The word "Hermitage" is also used in the world of wine:
- Syrah grape, a type of grape used to make red wine, sometimes called "Hermitage" in Australia.
- Hermitage AOC, a special wine region in France known for its wines.
Other Uses
- 4758 Hermitage, an asteroid in space is named Hermitage.
- Robbyn Hermitage, a Canadian badminton player.
See also
- In Spanish: Hermitage para niños
