6 Nisan 2009 Pazartesi

Top 5 Things To Do In Vienna.

Vienna is the city of Mozart, Hapsburgs, magnificent squares, the home of classical music, horses, museums, opera houses, grand baroque architecture, coffee houses, wines, imperial palaces, parks, shooping and boy choirs. This city is glide between the past and the present, it has a rich history and also Vienna is a dynamic capital of Austria. Here are the best 5 things to do and see in Vienna;

1. Schonnbrunn Palace

The baroque palace that was the summer residence of the Austrian’s imperial family. You can see here luxurious state rooms, nearly 1500 rooms, the lavish rooms , the Palm House, the carriage museum, the palace theater, the best Rococo interiors and lovely landscaped gardens. And also Vienna's Zoo, the world's oldest zoo is worth visiting especially for children.











2. St. Stephens Cathedral
One of the best examples of Gothic architecture in Europe and the soul of Vienna. You can climb 343 steps to the top of the south tower for panoramic views of the city. There is a beautiful museum which you can find religious work of art.











3. Belvedere Palace
Belvedere Palace is situated in the hearth of Vienna.Former residence of the Prince Eugene of Savoy consists of two palaces; the Museum of Medieval Austrian Art and the Austrian Baroque Museum. And The Upper Belvedere is home to the Austrian Gallery with great works by Renoir, Klimt, Monet, Schiele and Kokoschka. If you don't like art you must visit here for its gardens.











4. State Opera House
The Vienna State Opera is one of the premier opera houses in the world. Some of the best opera stars and directors have performed here.










5. Prater Park
The Prater Park is a wonderful day out for whole family. This massive theme park has many attractions rides, sideshows,many entertainments and great amusement park but its most poular attraction is the famous Riesenrad - the giant Ferris wheel which was immortalized in Orson Welles "The Third Man".

2 yorum:

Gena dedi ki...

Nice shots!

Clarisse Teagen dedi ki...

I actually do plan to visit vIENNA one day.
OMG. . i've been wanting to go there ever since I watched the sound of music when i was a little girl :D