1. Melk Abbey:
Melk Abbey:
One of the historic places of Austria, Melk Abbey is located in Lower Austria. The location is a bit rocky but the views are excellent from the Danube River. The Melk Abbey is famous for different reasons and the tomb of Saint Coloman is one of them. Besides, the abbey also contains the remains of the first dynasty members who ruled the country in the beginning. The history of the abbey dates back to 1089 and it was founded on a donated castle from Leopold II. In the 12th century, a monastic school was also founded inside the abbey and became famous for the enriched manuscript collection of the library of the school. The abbey played an important role during the 15th century when it was about the Melk Reform movement. Due to the movement, the monastic lives revived in the country. The Baroque abbey contains countless medieval manuscripts in line with the musical manuscripts and frescos. Though many of the Austrian abbeys were dissolute, the Melk Abbey remained the same and untouched for its special features and manuscripts. The school of the abbey now teaches both male and female students. The abbey has been pointed in some of the literary works as well.
2. Hallstatt:
Hallstatt:
Hallstatt is one of the most attractive places in Austria. The place is visited for its natural beauty, lake and shores, 16th century buildings and more. This is a village in the region of Salzkammergut which is famous for being a mountainous region. The natural view of the village takes different shapes in different times of the day. The adjacent salt lake and the salt mine has increased the attraction of the village more to the local and international tourists. The village has mining history and is connected with different other parts of the locality and Waldbachstrub Waterfall. The village has a population of less than 1000 and it is administered by a mayor. The presence of the village has been found even before the prehistoric periods and became popular for the salt production. The culture of the villages is linked to the earlier cultures of human civilization. The archaeological evidences of the village also prove that the village had been an important part of the Iron Age in Europe. The region got popularity and fame by the same time only for the salt productions as salt was considered as a valuable resource for everyone. Thereby, the locality was richer than any other parts of Europe and the visitors have the chances to visit the first salt mine in the village.
Hallstatt is one of the most attractive places in Austria. The place is visited for its natural beauty, lake and shores, 16th century buildings and more. This is a village in the region of Salzkammergut which is famous for being a mountainous region. The natural view of the village takes different shapes in different times of the day. The adjacent salt lake and the salt mine has increased the attraction of the village more to the local and international tourists. The village has mining history and is connected with different other parts of the locality and Waldbachstrub Waterfall. The village has a population of less than 1000 and it is administered by a mayor. The presence of the village has been found even before the prehistoric periods and became popular for the salt production. The culture of the villages is linked to the earlier cultures of human civilization. The archaeological evidences of the village also prove that the village had been an important part of the Iron Age in Europe. The region got popularity and fame by the same time only for the salt productions as salt was considered as a valuable resource for everyone. Thereby, the locality was richer than any other parts of Europe and the visitors have the chances to visit the first salt mine in the village.
3. Hochosterwitz Castle:
Hochosterwitz Castle:
Austria has a good connection with the history and thus a notable number of remains are found in the country. Hochosterwitz Castle is one of the remains of the Medieval Age and in fact this is one of the most impressive castles among the others which have been made on that ages. Now this is one of the major tourist attractions for Austria and has turned into an important landmark for the country as well. The castle is made of rock and located east of Sankt Veitan der Glan of Carinthia in Austria. The other impressive features of the castle are that it is located on 664 meters above of the sea level and could also be traced even from over 25 kilometers away provided that if the day is clear. Besides, the land it is standing on is also a historic one known as the Zollfield plain. The reference of the site has been found in the history and the documents show that the site was mentioned on some documents of 860 issued by a German king. The castle was known in a different name then. The castle was surrendered to the Dukes of Carinthia for some reasons. Besides, the name of the castle has also been used in some literary activities as well. The castle suffered some damages during the Turkish invasion and campaigns. Interestingly, there are no major changes have been made to the castle after the 16 th century and thus it has remained in its original state. The castle is opened for public for a specific time and they visit the interior decorated with numerous artifacts.
Austria has a good connection with the history and thus a notable number of remains are found in the country. Hochosterwitz Castle is one of the remains of the Medieval Age and in fact this is one of the most impressive castles among the others which have been made on that ages. Now this is one of the major tourist attractions for Austria and has turned into an important landmark for the country as well. The castle is made of rock and located east of Sankt Veitan der Glan of Carinthia in Austria. The other impressive features of the castle are that it is located on 664 meters above of the sea level and could also be traced even from over 25 kilometers away provided that if the day is clear. Besides, the land it is standing on is also a historic one known as the Zollfield plain. The reference of the site has been found in the history and the documents show that the site was mentioned on some documents of 860 issued by a German king. The castle was known in a different name then. The castle was surrendered to the Dukes of Carinthia for some reasons. Besides, the name of the castle has also been used in some literary activities as well. The castle suffered some damages during the Turkish invasion and campaigns. Interestingly, there are no major changes have been made to the castle after the 16 th century and thus it has remained in its original state. The castle is opened for public for a specific time and they visit the interior decorated with numerous artifacts.
4. Hofburg Imperial Palace:
Hofburg Imperial Palace:
Presently a part of the palace is being used as the official residence for the Austria President and similarly the palace housed many of the influential people of Austria. This is a royal palace built in the 13th century and also got some notable expansions in the consequent ages. The use of the palace has been changed to some extent and now it is also being used as the office of the president. In the past days, the palaces served the role of winter residence for the royal family of Austria. The palace is important in several aspects and the locality has been used as the seat of different royal families, empires and governments. The massive expansions have been directed by a good number of architects in different ages and thus the interior of the palace is special. The palace has been playing important roles in Austria since the 13th century and still this is serving the nation in different ways. The palace also experienced many ruling periods and the Roman Empire is one of them. Swiss wing is the oldest section of the palace and it was built in 13th century and the notable expansions took place between 1763 to 1769. Among the several wings, the New Castle wing is enriched with several museums of different interest. This is one of the most beautiful places in the country.
Presently a part of the palace is being used as the official residence for the Austria President and similarly the palace housed many of the influential people of Austria. This is a royal palace built in the 13th century and also got some notable expansions in the consequent ages. The use of the palace has been changed to some extent and now it is also being used as the office of the president. In the past days, the palaces served the role of winter residence for the royal family of Austria. The palace is important in several aspects and the locality has been used as the seat of different royal families, empires and governments. The massive expansions have been directed by a good number of architects in different ages and thus the interior of the palace is special. The palace has been playing important roles in Austria since the 13th century and still this is serving the nation in different ways. The palace also experienced many ruling periods and the Roman Empire is one of them. Swiss wing is the oldest section of the palace and it was built in 13th century and the notable expansions took place between 1763 to 1769. Among the several wings, the New Castle wing is enriched with several museums of different interest. This is one of the most beautiful places in the country.
5. Innsbruck:
Innsbruck:
Innsbruck is one of the most sought destinations in Austria and globally famous for its winter sports facilities and features. The city is located in Tyrol, a western state in Austria. This is also the city which is adjacent to the Alps and thus the winter season is more enjoyable here than any other parts of the country. Moreover, the city is also known for the modern and imperial architectures. The tracks which are used for skiing in winter are mostly used for hiking in the other seasons and this is a very good pastime for the tourists in the area. Innsbruck is the capital of Tyrol and also provides an access to Brenner Pass which is somewhat 30 kilometers south from the city. Munich and Verona is adjacent to the city and so a good number of visitors from the cities come here during the winter. Moreover, the city also held Winter Olympics for some years as the location is perfect for winter sports. Historical evidences prove that human settlement began in this locality since the Stone Age and gradual population had made it famous in the past days. Innsbruck turned in to capital for Tyrol in 1429 and since then it is playing important roles in the country. During the World War I, the city did not suffer much and only it experienced the heat of War at the last part but it suffered heavy damage during the Second World War. Now this is a great destination for tourists in Austria.
Innsbruck is one of the most sought destinations in Austria and globally famous for its winter sports facilities and features. The city is located in Tyrol, a western state in Austria. This is also the city which is adjacent to the Alps and thus the winter season is more enjoyable here than any other parts of the country. Moreover, the city is also known for the modern and imperial architectures. The tracks which are used for skiing in winter are mostly used for hiking in the other seasons and this is a very good pastime for the tourists in the area. Innsbruck is the capital of Tyrol and also provides an access to Brenner Pass which is somewhat 30 kilometers south from the city. Munich and Verona is adjacent to the city and so a good number of visitors from the cities come here during the winter. Moreover, the city also held Winter Olympics for some years as the location is perfect for winter sports. Historical evidences prove that human settlement began in this locality since the Stone Age and gradual population had made it famous in the past days. Innsbruck turned in to capital for Tyrol in 1429 and since then it is playing important roles in the country. During the World War I, the city did not suffer much and only it experienced the heat of War at the last part but it suffered heavy damage during the Second World War. Now this is a great destination for tourists in Austria.
6. Bezau:
Bezau:
Beazu is the town in Austria that is completely made for the tourist and the tourists of around the globe crowd in the city for the outstanding activities. The city is a very famous tourist destination for some specific reasons. The entire locality is filled with snows in winter while in summer or in other seasons, the snows get dry and create some other sorts of entertaining activities. So, during the winter season, the place becomes a destination for the skiing. When it is warmer seasons, the skiing tracks become hiking trails and people start their hiking on the trains round the day. There is a beautiful church which was built in 1906 is devoted for St. Jodok. The museum of the locality is another attraction for the tourists and the museum is located on a wooden house. Usually building a wooden house was the tradition of the locality and still there are some houses will be found made with stronger woods. There are no best seasons in Bezau for the tourists as they could enjoy different activities round the year. Besides, the communication system of the city is adorable while the hotels and lodging houses are filled with modern facilities. Jumping with a parachute is a great and exciting activity among the tourists out of the country.
Beazu is the town in Austria that is completely made for the tourist and the tourists of around the globe crowd in the city for the outstanding activities. The city is a very famous tourist destination for some specific reasons. The entire locality is filled with snows in winter while in summer or in other seasons, the snows get dry and create some other sorts of entertaining activities. So, during the winter season, the place becomes a destination for the skiing. When it is warmer seasons, the skiing tracks become hiking trails and people start their hiking on the trains round the day. There is a beautiful church which was built in 1906 is devoted for St. Jodok. The museum of the locality is another attraction for the tourists and the museum is located on a wooden house. Usually building a wooden house was the tradition of the locality and still there are some houses will be found made with stronger woods. There are no best seasons in Bezau for the tourists as they could enjoy different activities round the year. Besides, the communication system of the city is adorable while the hotels and lodging houses are filled with modern facilities. Jumping with a parachute is a great and exciting activity among the tourists out of the country.
7. Vienna:
Vienna:
Located on the Danube River, Vienna is the capital of Austria and often is regarded as the city of music while it has been related to the national history of Austria in different layers. This is one the most important cities in Austria that has so many things to say to the tourists. The city takes pride in for some of the renowned musicians like Mozart, Beethoven, philosopher and psycho-analyst like Sigmund Freud among others. The city is famous for both its intellectual and artistic legacies, imperial palaces, and other historic buildings of contemporary era. Now this is the cultural hub of the country with a population of over 2.5 million. Besides, the city also plays influential role in the economy and politics of the country and once it was the largest city where German language was spoken. The city also houses different international organizations like the UN, OPEC etc. The city also contains a good number of monuments, public parks, Baroque castles with gardens and more. The living standard in the city is higher than the other cities of Europe and been ranked near the top position for several times. The city also became the destination for international conferences as there are ample facilities and locations found to hold such events. The oceanic and humid subtropical climates dominate the city and thus the summers are a bit warmer while the winters are dry and cold.
8. St. Wolfgang:
This is a charming town of Austria like the other towns and mostly famous for its name which has been adopted from the name of Saint Wolfgang of Regensburg, a bishop of Regensburg in Bravia. He was a saint following the Roman Catholic and regarded as one of the great German saints of the 10th century. The city is located in central Austria and offers the visitors with a good number of things. The city is a market town and thus a large number of visitors come here round the day to buy and sell their necessary things. Sometimes it becomes difficult to walk on the roads as those remain crowded and noisy for the increased buyers and sellers. The selling hours usually begin in the morning and end in the evening. So, when it is night, the entire city become calm and quiet since there are no visitors are found on the streets. But in the day time, the scenarios become the same. There is a pilgrimage church on the city which was built in the 14th century. The church is also well decorated and filled with numerous art works which are considered as treasures by the locals. Another reason for the visitors’ gathering in the market is that this is a Wi-Fi zone for all. The skiing resort is also popular among the tourists which is found open during the winter.
9. Alpbach:
Alpbach:
This is another special town in Tyrol in Austria that allows the tourists to have some special kind of activities. The city is one of the oldest one in the country and its history dates back to the 11 th century. The evidences of human settlement revealed that the settlement began there even before 1000 and some other relics exposed that the place was being used for some other purposes as well. The entire locality was Christianized during the 7 th and 8 th centuries and the Christianization was performed by the Scottish and Irish monks. The locality also exposed some of its natural hidden treasures like copper and silver. Mining became a great business then and it was controlled by a couple of merchant families. Being a mining zone, the locality became developed and inns were set up here for the benefit of the miners and locals as well. The mines were closed during the 19 th century as the productivity declined. The mountain farming museum was a farm during the 16 th century and was used since 1952 by the locals. Early of the 20 th century, Alpbach started to turn into a tourist spot and the villages started adopting its shape as a tourist zone. But now the scenario is different and it attracts visitors more in winter than summer.
10. Burgruine Dürnstein:
Burgruine Dürnstein:
Usually the people who love history will not miss the chance to visit the Burgruine Dürnstein and in fact this is a place worth visiting. The place is a ruin of a castle in Lower Austria in Austria. The important feature of the place is that it situated about over 1000 feet of above sea level. The history of the castle goes back to the Kuenring family who bought the castle in the 11th century. The Tegernsee Abbey sold the castle and the surrounding areas to the Kuenring family and the existing castle was constructed in the 12th century. The construction of the present castle was done after some calculations so that it could be used for several purposes. So, the location overlooking the Danube River was picked. The castle is also famous as the King Richard I of British Empire was imprisoned here in 1192. In 1663, the castle was sold to Conrad Balthasar and since then the family members of Balthasar own the castle. The castle has been abandoned since 1679 as the structure became uninhabitable. The castle is open to public and has become a great place for the visitors in Austria and a location to pass the day amid calmness.
Usually the people who love history will not miss the chance to visit the Burgruine Dürnstein and in fact this is a place worth visiting. The place is a ruin of a castle in Lower Austria in Austria. The important feature of the place is that it situated about over 1000 feet of above sea level. The history of the castle goes back to the Kuenring family who bought the castle in the 11th century. The Tegernsee Abbey sold the castle and the surrounding areas to the Kuenring family and the existing castle was constructed in the 12th century. The construction of the present castle was done after some calculations so that it could be used for several purposes. So, the location overlooking the Danube River was picked. The castle is also famous as the King Richard I of British Empire was imprisoned here in 1192. In 1663, the castle was sold to Conrad Balthasar and since then the family members of Balthasar own the castle. The castle has been abandoned since 1679 as the structure became uninhabitable. The castle is open to public and has become a great place for the visitors in Austria and a location to pass the day amid calmness.
