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 Prince Archbishop Wolf Dietrichs mausoleum |
Linzergasse 41 Salzburg 5020 Austria |
In the centre of St. Sebastian's Cemetery a Baroque style chapel is hidden behind big trees. During the day, open doors are an invitation to enter and visit the tomb of Prince Archbishop Wolf Dietrich of Raitenau. The builder of this chapel, Elia Castello, found his last resting place in the peaceful churchyard outside. The chapel, dedicated to Archangel Gabriel was erected around 1600. The Archbishop died in 1617. South of the chapel lies the grave of Mozart's family. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Ellen Chemay |
 Photo: Ellen Chemay |
 Water and light show |
Fürstenweg 37 Salzburg 5020 Austria +43 662 82 0372 x0 http://www.hellbrunn.at/ |
A visit to the famous trick fountains in the grounds of Hellbrunn Palace is a must in the summer. With grottoes, fountains, floating sculptures and sudden spouts of water from behind bushes or trees, the Wasserspiele is a fine example of the baroque fondness for extravagance. This magical fusion of water and light is extremely popular with children (and adults who don't mind getting wet). The finicky might bring a change of clothes. Admission: Adults EUR 8,50; children EUR 3,80; families EUR 21,50. The price includes admission to Schloss Hellbrunn, too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A perfect baroque garden |
Schloss Mirabell (Mirabellplatz) Salzburg 5020 Austria |
Whatever the season, visitors will delight in taking a walk through the magical gardens surrounding Schloss Mirabell, a fantastic pleasure palace erected by Archbishop Wolf Dietrich in 1606. The park contains a stunning array of fountains, statues, balustrades and trees, and presents a kaleidoscope of colours which will take the breath away. Everyday life seems to melt into the background when faced with mythical figures like Helena and Paris, Hercules and Antaeus, Persephone and Hades, Kronos and Bacchus. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A pleasant afternoon's walk |
Mönchsbergaufzug Anton Neumayr Platz Salzburg 5020 Austria |
Overlooking the city, Mount Mönchsberg is the perfect place to spend an afternoon and take a good gulp of fresh alpine air. The walk to the summit is not too demanding, though less energetic visitors can take a funicular railway to the top. The walk, however, is highly recommended as the path passes through a lovely forest and past numerous beautiful old houses. The view from the top of the mountain is spectacular. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Architecture and recreation |
Hellbrunnerstrasse 34 Salzburg 5020 Austria +43 662 80440 |
Every building designed by the architest Hans Hollein seems a bit too manneristic and representative for the tasks of a modern building. There are discussions about this every time Hollein designs a building in Austria. A wonderful example of the dissension of representation, the fondness for big dimensions and the claims of users is the Science Faculty, constructed in the 1980's and quickly dubbed 'Hitler's Palmhouse'. This can be reached in about half an hour from the city centre on foot. There is an extremely nice recreation area around the building. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A wonderful and restful oasis in the middle of the city |
Salzach, Stadtmitte Salzburg 5020 Austria |
The wonderful and restful oasis Volksgarten is situated in the middle of the city of Salzburg right at the Salzach. In summer strollers and bikers can relax at the pond with its big fountain and while enjoying the cool shadow of the trees you can watch the water birds. If you have a blanket with you, you can lie down in the park and even have a picnic in the green heart of Salzburg. Most of the time the park is popular, but it is seldom crowded. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Honour to whom honour is due |
Linzergasse 41 Salzburg 5020 Austria |
This cemetery was built in the 15th Century at the behest of Archbishop Wolf Dietrich for the poor and victims of the Plague, and to replace the old one. The tomb of the famous natural scientist and philosopher Paracelsus is here, furthermore Mozart`s father Leopold, his grandmother Eva Rosina Pertl, his wife Konstanze and her aunt, Genoveva von Weber, the mother of the composer Carl Maria von Weber have found their last resting place beneath the magnificent arcades of the cemetery. The calmness and beauty of the churchyard can provide recreation after an exhausting walk through the old town of Salzburg. It is open throughout the year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Torsten Reuschling |
 Photo: Torsten Reuschling |
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 Photo: Jodi Blumenfeld |
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