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Wednesday 27 August 2014

The 7 Most Popular Tourist Attractions in Austria

Austria is a country rich with history, many tourist attractions in beautiful Austria, as well as the traditions and activities vary each region. Austria is a neighboring Switzerland, and Austria is the winter sports capital of Europe. However, that does not mean you do not find a vacation spot in the summer, because in winter Austria as popular for summer tourists who visit visiting cities and historic villages and hike in the mountains to see the view of the Alps. In order to help guide you in building your itinerary, below are some of the best tourist attractions in Austria which I am sure will make your trip will be special. 

1 Hallstatt 

  Village of Hallstatt in Winter 
Tourist attractions in Austria the first I put in this article is Hallstatt, a small village in the Salzkammergut region, which is famous for its salt production. Most of the salt has long been a desired commodity and used to preserve and provide flavor to foods, and the village has a long history of founding of wealth and prestige. Wealth accumulation of Hallstatt salt industry transform into a glamorous baroque village. Visit the underground salt lake, the cave and see the prehistoric human Hörnerwerk preserved using salt. Truly one of the most unique places in Austria, and you must enter the Hallstatt for your holiday agenda. 

2 St. Anton am Arlberg 

Ski Arena St.Anton 
Place of Interest in Other famous Austrian ski resort area which is very often visited in Austria called St. Anton am Arlberg. Located in the Tyrol, this village offers legendary ski area for those looking for a challenge. This place attracts tourists very often adventurous, St Anton is famous for its slogan "work hard, play hard". Extensive views greet crowds of tourists in winter, and mountain climbers in the summer, which comes to travel the landscape each year. If you are looking for a good tour, St Anton is a decent place you visit. 

3 Hofburg Imperial Palace 

The official residence of the President of Austria 
Located in Vienna, the Hofburg Imperial Palace serves as the official residence of the President of Austria. This place is the winter residence for the President of Austria, while Schönbrunn Palace (also situated in Vienna) was the summer residence which is preferable by the President of Austria. From the year 1438-1583 and 1612-1806, this place is the seat of the kings and emperors of the Holy Roman Empire, and the Emperor of Austria until 1918. 

4. Seefeld, Tyrol 

Resort Seefeld in Austria 
Tourist Attractions in Austria has twice hosted the Winter Olympic Games, Innsbruck is the center of the famous cross-country ski terrain compatible with for beginners and intermediate skiers. Located in a spectacular nature reserve, Seefeld is a perfect place, not just for cold weather sports, but also for a stroll in the warm weather and take a hike. This place offers the most luxurious accommodation, the Hotel Seefeld that can make your holiday relaxed. 

5. Melk Abbey 

Abbey of Melk Abbey in Upper Cliffs 
Melk Abbey is one of the most famous monasteries in the world. Located on a high cliff, overlooking the calm waters of the river Danube, where the Benedictine monastery situated in peace. Previous fort Leopold II, granted to the monks, and the monks who turned it into a place of tranquility and learning in the year 1089. impressive spiritual center has become one of the biggest examples of Baroque architecture and music and liberal arts that developed in his time. 

6. Hohensalzburg 

Hohensalzburg palace on the Mount 
Hohensalzburg is a magnificent palace in Salzburg, and one of the Castle of the largest and most well-preserved medieval Europe. Very strategic place located on a mountain top Festungsberg, the tower stands the mighty fortress above the city of Salzburg, like a breath of life to the magnificent sky. This castle has an organ with more than two hundred pipes, and every cut is really amazing, because it is made of medieval architecture, and it represents the heart of Salzburg. Hohensalzburg palace is one of the tourist attractions in Austria which is very famous and popular. 

7 Innsbruck Altstadt 

Altstadt city in Innsbruck 
Surrounded by snowcapped mountains, Innsbruck makes you feel quite significantly in the middle of the Alps. This area offers a view of pure and sophisticated urban centers. Altstadt is a medieval town in Innsbruck, which can make you amazed with its unique architecture and also many shops located in this city. When you walk the streets of the Altstadt, you can visit one of the famous symbols Innsbruck, the Golden Roof. This house was built for the Holy Roman Emperor, Maximilian I, and the place was decorated with thousands of gold-plated copper tiles that create a look like pure gold. Tourist Places in Austria is not to miss if you visit Austria.

1 comments:

  1. Austria is one of my favorite countries. It has many beautiful attractions. It is an ancient country. This country has developed a high standard of living. It is one of the richest countries in the world. I have been visiting it last year after hop on hop off washington dc tour. Due to the shortage of time I could not see its all cities. I just visited its capital Vienna. It was an amazing city. I started my trip from its Central Area. There were a lot to see like Art Gallery, Hotel sacher, Graben, Am Hof, Mary on the strand and many more. After it I move towards Imperial Palace, Spanish Riding School, The Ring, Sights South of the Ring and Northern Outer Districts. Indeed it was a great trip.

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