The Glorious Magnificence of Vienna

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Austria is a country of splendid historical cities, imperial palaces, majestic mountains, picturesque landscapes, a land of music and dance, a home of great musicians and artists, a country of rich cultural heritage and a region of great culinary delights. Its capital Vienna is one of the most magnificent cities and the cultural metropolis of Europe. The city presents a beautiful blend of Romanesque and Baroque architecture with modern infrastructure highlighting the immensely developed city. Vienna is also a city synonymous with music, having been home to Beethoven, Mozart, Strauss and Schubert, the most renowned musicians of all times.

There are endless attractions in Vienna steeped in rich history with the historical centre being the Innere Stadt also the heart of the city. The spacious boulevard surrounding the Innere Stadt, is known as the Ringstraβe and comprises of impressive buildings and grand monuments that are important places of interest. These include the Burgtheater, the museums of natural history and fine arts, the town hall or Rathaus, the parliament, Hofburg, a medieval castle that later became the palace of the ruling Habsburg dynasty and the palace Schonbrunn, the summer residence. The world’s oldest zoo in Schonbrunn with its Baroque structure is also a place of great tourist interest.

Also at Hofburg are some grand museums such as the Schatzkammer, which preserves the royal jewels of the Habsburg royalty. There are a plethora of other museums that tourists can visit and explore here. Apart from the majestic architecture, Vienna holds a lot of other attractions. Theatres and operas abound here and it is unlikely that one would go away without enjoying one of the most charming performances that take place here. Also the city is live with restaurants and bars and roadside cafés where people can be seen chatting and enjoying their beer.

Shopping at the open air markets such as the Naschmarkt, which is a 16th century market place can be great fun. If you are traveling with family, the Prater, which is a fun fair park, is a good place to enjoy a day out. There is no dearth of things that you can do at Vienna, as every day of your visit holds something special for you. Enjoy the views, go sight seeing, indulge in the numerous sources of entertainment and sample the rich culinary delights of this charming city. But, even then you are sure to feel that you have got to come back for more.