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 Historic Church |
Minoritenplatz 2A Vienna, AT 1010 Austria +43 1 533 41 62 |
Built during the 1320s, the Minoritenkirche, also known as the Gothic Ludwigschor, was the first French cathedral style church in east Austria. It was used as a mausoleum in the 14th and 15th centuries. Inside is an imitation of Da Vinci's "The Last Supper." The painting was ordered to be made by Napoleon I and after changing hands many times, ended up on the north wall of Minoritenkirche. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cultural Landmark |
Museumsplatz 1 Vienna 1070 Austria +43 15 23 58 81 http://www.mqw.at/ |
Museums Quartier (Museum Quarter), located in the heart of Wien, is bursting with culture. The district is home to baroque buildings, art museums, modern exhibitions, dance center, production studios, and so much more. It's proximity to the city's center makes for easy access to the bars, restaurants, and shops that line the streets. While the area is a historic landmark, it's also as modern and progressive as you can get. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Baroque Garden Palace |
Laudongasse 15-19 Vienna, AT 1080 Austria http://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/P... |
The Baroque Palace was built around the late 17th century for a count. Once the count died, his widow sold it to the Schonborn family. The castle houses fine works of art from some of Europe's most influential artists, though many in the collection were sold in the 18th century. The highlight is of course the garden and the famous tulips within. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Students Show off Their Skills |
Michaelerplatz 1 Vienna, AT A 1010 Austria +43 1 533 90 31 0 http://www.srs.at |
Visitors are invited to partake in the many performances given by students at the Spanish Riding School. The horses and their riders are put through two years of aggresive equestrian training and the performances are the spoils of their hard work. The horses are available for adoption (annual donations) and tours are offered as well. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The finest dressage in the world |
Michaelerplatz 1 Vienna 1010 Austria +43 1 533 90 31 http://www.spanische-reitschul... |
The Spanish Riding School was founded by the Habsburgs in the late 16th century in order to improve horsemanship and to help with the breeding and training of Spanish horses. The Winter Riding School was built in 1729-35 and now provides the venue for classic dressage shows by Lipizzaner horse-riders clad in medieval costumes. The interior is spectacular and hailed as the most beautiful riding hall in the world. Performances are given several times a year, and although tickets are very expensive, they are often sold out weeks in advance. A cheaper alternative is to attend the morning exercises or dress rehearsals. Morning exercises: February-June, August-October, December: 10am-noon daily; tickets available at the entrance. Admission for morning exercises: EUR5-12. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Arts For The Young'uns |
Neubaugasse 38 Vienna 1070 Austria +43 1 521 10 http://www.tdj.at |
Vienna's Youth Theater gives children the opportunity to participate in and view the art that is theatre. Comprising of Renaissance Theater and Theater im Zentrum (Central Theater), Youth Theater creates delightful productions that dazzle and entertain both young and old alike. Visit their website to see what inventive shows are currently playing and learn all about the pedagogical techniques that Youth Theater employs to help Viennese children be all that they can be. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Twinkle, Twinkle |
Uraniastrasse 1 Vienna, Vienna 1010 Austria +43 (0)1 712 6191 http://www.urania-sternwarte.at/ |
Is there anyone who doesn't love gazing at the stars and planets? It's fun and inexpensive to borrow this observatory's equipment to get a fabulous close-up look. One can look up towards the heavens and view millions of stars twinkling and illuminated above the city of Vienna! Do you know what Venus looks like? Can you find your favorite constellation? Do you know the difference between a summer and a winter sky? Observe for yourself! Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A child's puppet theater |
Uraniastraße 1 Vienna, Vienna 1010 Austria +43 1 714 3659 http://www.kasperlundpezi.at/ |
This "Punch and Judy" show is held in the Urania building, the same one that houses the observatory, and shows pieces suitable for children of around four years old. The program includes some well-known stories such as "Pezi's Adventures" or "Little Red Hiding Hood and features some really fantastic puppets. For one hour, both children and parents can enjoy the funny and sad world of fairy tales. The shows take place from April to October. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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See Stars? Yes, and have fun too!! |
Oswald Thomas Platz 1 Vienna, Vienna 1020 Austria +43 (0)1 729 5494 http://www.planetarium-wien.at/ |
A wonderful planetarium with a multitude of star-spangling shows! Winter skies, holiday programs, special shows specifically for children, fairy tales, constellations, sea and space, the universe, the environment - the list goes on and on! The repertoire changes by the week as do the scheduled times so you will need to call in advance. You can also learn about other avenues of astrological education such as lectures, seminars, films, books which are offered and/or sold either at the planetarium or elsewhere in Vienna. Review © 2007, Wcities |
