Salzburg, Austria, is perhaps the best European destination for a glimpse of Europe’s past. The city is split down the middle by the Salzach River, and it is centered around the base of the Hohensalzburg fortress. While many people associate Salzburg with Mozart and The Sound of Music, the city is much more than simply a tourist attraction for music enthusiasts. The city’s center extends down both sides of the river, and the sidewalks that parallel the river provide tourists and natives alike with a scenic stroll. From the Hohensalzburg castle to the city’s many cathedrals and museums, Salzburg is a great reflection of European history. On the other hand, the city’s many shopping malls and cafes make it a completely comfortable tourist destination as well. Read the rest of this entry »

Linz is the capital of the state of Upper Austria and the third largest Austrian city. This region attracts those who don’t like wide roads, blocked up with travel buses from all around Europe. You will like Baroque abbeys, beautiful valleys, snow-covered mountains, green meadows and impassable woods.

The main attraction of the region is the Pöstlingberg mountain with a monastery on its top. Built in the 18th century, this church is a sacred spot, from which one can observe magnificent views over Linz. And inside the mountain there is another captivating world – a grotto railway, leading through the gnome tunnel and into the land of fairytales. Read the rest of this entry »

The Hofburg Palace, one of Viennese palaces, is surely the most impressive. The dynasty of Habsburg resided there for six centuries and every generation had its own contribution in the building extension. The first emperor who lived in Hofburg was Rudolf I (1279 r), and the last – Charles I (1918 r.). Nowadays in winter this is the official residence of Austrian president (In the summer the president resides in Schönbrunn Palace). It is a tradition that every Sunday the Vienna Boys Choir sings in Hofburg.

For six hundred years the main building was enlarged and there were built palaces (for example Amalia’s Palace from XVI century), chapels (Hofkapelle, Hofmusikkapelle, Burgkapelle – built by Frederic III and rebuilt in the baroque style by the empress Maria Teresa), museums (Naturhistorisches, Kunsthistorisches), the National Library, Treasury, the National Theatre, the Horse Riding School, and Stables. Read the rest of this entry »

The official tourism time stretches from the month of June to September. During the months of July and August although the weather is pleasant, heavy throng of tourist might just get on your nerves. With crowded locations, museums and restaurants you might feel a little unpleasant. On the contrary winters are devilishly cold in this region, but if you carry the right kind of clothes with you then you would enjoy on a lot many winter attractions. For instance, the heavily discounted holiday packages in Salzburg Hotels, lesser crowd and enough space around you… way to go.

Some of the places of interest are as follows:
Schloss Hellbrunn, Fürstenweg
Dotted with beautiful springs and gardens, this imposing building was once the summer palace of an Archbishop. This is an excellent picnic spot for family. Lush playground with swings, sidewalks, pristine pools and benches makes this place very attractive. Read the rest of this entry »