Top 9 sights of Vienna that every tourist should see

Not so long ago online sale of tickets for direct flights to Vienna was announced. So it will be even easier to visit the Austrian capital. Read on to find out why you should go to this amazing city.

City Park

One of the most picturesque locations is almost in the heart of Vienna. Here, among garden sculptures and hundreds of trees, you will see a luxurious concert hall Kursalon, a long canal, several bridges, a fountain, a lake and many attractions for a variety of recreation.

Pay attention to the Strauss Monument, a bronze sculpture of the famous composer playing the violin. This monument was erected on this place back in 1921. But in less than 15 years, the gold coating was badly damaged, which forced the authorities to send the statue for reconstruction, where it stayed until 2011. Quite a long time, to be honest. But we will not go into these details.

Belvedere

The Baroque palace complex is a popular attraction in Vienna. It was built in the early 18th century as a summer residence for the famous general Eugene of Savoy. And for more than 100 years, one of the richest and largest art museums in Europe has been functioning in these premises. Here are collected canvases of such artists as Klimt, Schiele, Degas, etc.

On the territory of the Belvedere there are the Upper and Lower Palaces, a park, a greenhouse and stables. All buildings are open to tourists, but local queues can envy even the Louvre. Therefore, it is recommended to come here on weekdays, when there are not so many tourists.

St. Stephen's Cathedral

This Gothic shrine is considered the national symbol of Austria and the hallmark of Vienna. It is located in the inner city, in the middle of a majestic square.

The first church on this place appeared in 1137-1147 years, the current form it acquired in XIII-XV centuries.

In this cathedral are buried numerous prominent persons, including Duke Rudolf IV, Emperor Frederick III, Eugene of Savoy and 72 members of the Habsburg dynasty. Tourists come here not only to enjoy the exterior of the architectural masterpiece, but also for the beauty of the interior decoration. In particular, we recommend paying attention to the main altar and amazing stained glass windows.

St. Charles Cathedral

On the south side of Karl Square is the church, which is a fine example of Viennese Baroque. This church is characterized by a huge dome and two columns. The architectural design of the church also includes a Greek-style portico and pavilions. The total height of the church is 72 meters and its authors are the famous architects Johann Berngard and Josef Emmanuel Fischer von Erlach.

Schoenbrunn Palm Greenhouse

This is one of the largest greenhouses in Austria, with more than 4,500 plant species on display. The construction of the greenhouses began in 1753, and the first tree on the grounds was the so-called Maria Theresa palm, which was purchased in Holland.

The modern structure, fascinating with its original form, appeared more than a century later. It is surrounded by a beautiful recreational area.

City Hall

Another gothic gem of Vienna. It was built at the end of the 19th century. The building has a 92-meter tower, on top of which is a bronze sculpture of one of the symbols of the city - "Ratgaussmann".

Most of the Town Hall is closed to the public. However, there is access to several halls and a viewing platform.

Museum of Art History

A beautiful museum complex with collections of different trends and eras. In these halls you will find canvases of famous artists, luxurious sculptures, artifacts from the Roman Empire, Ancient Egypt and Greece, a coin exhibition and a scientific library. So even a whole day is not enough to familiarize yourself with all the exhibits.

Burgtheater

One of the most famous and oldest theaters in Europe. During its existence, it has changed not only its name but also its location several times. The modern structure appeared in 1955, its predecessor was completely burned down as a result of bombing at the end of World War II.

Villa Hermes

It is hard to believe, but this luxurious palace once served as a hunting ground for the Habsburg nobility. It was a gift from Emperor Franz Joseph I to his wife Elisabeth. The owners liked to call this construction "the castle of dreams". In our opinion, this name is more than suitable for it.

We hope now you will put Vienna on your tourist checklist.

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