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One of the quotes says “Vienna, Vienna, only you alone, you must always be the city of my dreams”. In the old town this is a dream of bygone times. Carriages clatter on the pavement, waiters in coffeehouses always wear black and white uniforms, and at balls couples waltz like princesses and princes of past monarchies. This museum touch, naturally enriched with modern aspects, makes the metropolis a longed-for destination for several million tourists each year. The Austrian capital has once again scored in the British “Economist” group’s list of the ten most livable cities in the world, with a high level of safety, good public facilities and a wide range of cultural activities.
10 tips for your next trip to the Danube metropolis
The city was shaped architecturally and psychologically by the Habsburgs, who held power from 1278 to 1918. Originally from the Habsburgs in Aargau, the Habsburgs built their empire from Vienna. An empire that partially included large areas of Europe. The last great glory before the Habsburgs were expelled after the end of the First World War in 1918 was the Imperial and Royal monarchy of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. Vienna’s present splendor comes from the building activity of that time: the Hofburg, Belvedere Palaces and Schönbrunn Palace are real gems. You should not miss these ten highlights during your visit to “On the beautiful blue Danube”:
one. Hofburg
The magnificent Hofburg has been the center of power in Vienna for 700 years. The Habsburgs ruled their huge empire from here until 1918. Today it is the seat of the Federal President of Austria. The most famous member of the Habsburg family was Empress Elisabeth of Austria-Hungary, better known as Sisi. The fashion-conscious empress was a style icon of the late 19th century. Immerse yourself in the tragic monarch’s world at the spectacular Sisi Museum. Don’t miss: the treasury and imperial apartments, where the glory of the past is still alive.
2. Spanish Riding School
Galloping back to the Renaissance: Since 1562, white Lipizzaner horses have been jumping, galloping and strutting in the riding hall of the Spanish Riding School in Hofburg. The art of finishing is among the best in the world. Tickets for shows are hard to find. Our tip: a morning practice visit and an informative barn tour.
3. Albertine
Luxurious rabbit cage: The Albertina Museum is now housed in the old city palace of Duke Albert, world-famous for Albrecht Dürer’s 1502 painting “The Rabbit”. Those who love modern art can also find works by Monet, Picasso or Klimt. And in addition to all the first-class paintings, you can admire the Habsburg cabins.
4. Schönbrunn Castle
Absolute crowd appealing A favorite with tourists is Schönbrunn Palace, a fairy-tale summer residence of the Habsburgs at the gates of Vienna. Do you want to feel like an emperor? Sleep like an emperor in a 167-square-foot luxury suite since Easter 2014. Royal overnight accommodation starts at 1400 euros, imperial service starts at 3900 euros.
5. Vienna coffee houses
American chains like Starbucks and McCafé conquered the world, the cafe was invented in Vienna! Living room, idea pool, artist studio: the Viennese coffeehouse is a way of life. Since 2011, Vienna coffeehouses are rightfully included in the UNESCO World Heritage List. The famous coffeehouse vibe can be found in Café Central, Griensteidl or Café Diglas in the old town.
6. Schnitzel
Wiener Schnitzel lead a miserable, fat life in the world’s snack bars. Completely wrong! The original breaded beef steak is a light and airy treat. Schnitzel is traditionally eaten at the simple pub Beisl (eg at the Steman inn in the 6th arrondissement). The golden-brown Turkish delight is also available with a Michelin star: at lunch in the Steirereck-starred restaurant in Stadtpark.
7. Quality of Life
Vienna is one of the most liveable cities in the world – as polls have repeatedly shown. However, Viennese have a particularly close relationship with death. The central cemetery is the second largest cemetery in Europe and a popular local recreation area. You can be taken by car to the graves of celebrities such as Beethoven, Brahms, Curd Jürgens or the rock legend Falco. And if that’s not enough for you, you can test death at the Vienna Funeral Museum.
8. Wiener Altstsdt
Riding the Fiacre, a two-horse carriage in Vienna’s old town, is pure tourist spectacle, but with venerable comrades you’ll feel like you’re in Empress Sisi’s Vienna. Locations can be found at tourist spots in the old town. Tip: be sure to book a big city tour (about 40 minutes).
9. Prater
The Prater, actually Wurstelprater, is the most famous amusement park on the planet – especially since it was once the world’s largest Ferris wheel. Prater is a must for families. By the way: in 2016 Prater will be 250 years old! Party-goers and nightgoers will find an unusual club in the immediate area: Fluc-Wanne is a dance hall located in an old underpass.
10 Hundertwasser
An alternative to the grandeur and splendor of the Habsburgs is the colorful and interesting residential complex of the eccentric Viennese artist Friedensreich Regentag Dunkelbunt Hundertwasser (1928 – 2000) in Vienna’s 3rd district. The “Art and Café” coffee house allows you to take a look inside. The nearby Kunst Haus Wien has a permanent exhibition of the artist’s paintings.
Top addresses in Vienna
- Cafe Drechsler – Viennese coffee in the style of the 21st century. (Linke Wienzeile 22, Vienna)
- forest vienna – Theater house for young audiences in the Museumsquartier. (Vienna MuseumsQuartier, Museumsplatz 1, Vienna)
- apple pie show – Delicious, original, handmade Viennese apple strudel is cooked every hour in the Café-Restaurant Residenz’s show oven. (Universitätsring 4, Vienna)
- Siegmund Freud Museum – Get to know the life and works of the world-renowned psychoanalyst in Freud’s former habitats and practice. (Berggasse 13, Vienna)
- Bar Mormat – Would you like a glass of wine after shopping? It’s great to have fun in the completely renovated Trendloka. ( Mühlgasse 20/2a, Vienna)
- Babette’s – Spices and Books for Cooks More than 2500 cookbooks and spices (Am Hof 13, Vienna)
- spa – Vienna Europe’s most modern and largest city spa with 26 pools, 24 saunas and steam cabins, four slides and much more. (Kurbadstrasse 14, Vienna)
- Danube Island – Relax and enjoy
- Ringstrasse in Vienna – Remarkable architectural forms of the past: State Opera, Parliament and Town Hall.
- Augarten Porcelain Factory – Traditional production with contemporary design collections. (Obere Augartenstrasse 1, Vienna)
- vilon wine cellar – The wine cellar in the city center is 500 years old. (Habsburgergasse 4, Vienna)
- sky bar – Sip your cocktails with lounge music, you can do this on the top floor of the Steffl store. (Kärntner Str. 19, Vienna)
Source : Blick
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