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Top Things To Know About Visiting Vienna

Schönnbrunn Palace ranks as one of the best places to see when visiting Vienna

The top things to know about visiting Vienna are so tightly knit that you can explore all of them in less than a week, just like the destinations in the land. How long it actually takes you depend on your pace. That said, you will have more time and money to explore the rest of Austria or perhaps, Europe.

Vienna is in Austria which shares a northern border with Germany. The attractions in Vienna bring in more tourists every year. From an old picturesque city, Vienna is quickly transitioning to become a major tourist hub. It is mainly a destination for sightseeing though the city is also known for its active nightlife and cuisine.

One of the top things to know about visiting Vienna is that they have rich history and beautiful architecture. Schönnbrunn Palace is one. The imperial palace and surrounding garden reflects the tastes and aspirations of the Habsburg monarchy. After all, it had been their summer residence for several centuries. It features Rococo-style architecture and more than 1,400 rooms.

The palace is fronted by wide open space consisting of French-styled, English-styled, and botanical gardens. Sculptures of deities and virtues line the Great Parterre, the garden between the palace and Sun Fountain. Schönnbrunn Palace also has a zoo which happens to be the world’s oldest. The zoo has a blend of modern architecture and the design of an 18th century menagarie from Versailles. Known as Tiergarten Schönnbrunn, the zoo is one of reasons why tourists go back in Vienna.

Another historical spot is the Albertina Museum. The main attraction of the museum is a print room; one of the largest and most important in this world. About 65,000 drawings, a million old master prints, modern graphics, photos, and architectural art are displayed at Albertina’s print room. More recently, the museum expanded its collection to Impressionist art and creations from the early 20th century. You might want to check out their temporary exhibits as well.

Another is the Hofburg Palace. The Habsburg monarchy also lived here but only during winter. It was their preferred residence at this time of the year. The Hofburg Palace also became home to other influential people in later years. Today, it is one of the attractions in Vienna. Centuries after its construction, the Hofburg Palace was expanded to include a chapel, museums, library, riding school, horse stable, residential homes, and the Hofburg Congress Center. Several architects have worked on the building and expansion of Hofburg Palace.

Another sure count among the top things to know about visiting Vienna is that they have astonishing amusement park, the Wiener Riesenrad. It is a giant Ferris wheel located at the entryway of the Prater amusement park. It was one of the world’s earliest-built Ferris wheels. Wiener Riesenrad was erected in 1897 and originally had 30 gondolas. After extensive damage during the World War II, only 15 gondolas were replaced.

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