It is said that Queen Amalia wished to remain known in history as the “Queen of Palm Trees” rather than the “Queen of the Athenians.” She seems to have been fonder of palm trees than the residents of Athens. Her passion for those trees could only compare to her love for King Otto. She actually demanded that a gigantic palm tree should be planted outside Otto’s window. Why? Because she wanted to be able to look simultaneously at her beloved husband and her favorite palm tree as soon as she woke up.