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Castles in Vienna
Vienna is home to some of the finest architecture in the world and its beautiful castle, the Casa de Hermesvilla is no exception. It is located in a tranquil setting in the centre of the former imperial hunting grounds, known as "the Place of Dreams.” The castle was built by Emperor Francis Joseph in the hope of persuading his wife to spend more of her time in the city. The Hermesvilla is also admired as a venue for famous special exhibitions on topics of cultural history. Another popular tourist site is the castle known as the Schloss Schönbrunn. The castle was designed and built by architect Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach in Rococo style and comprises 1,441 rooms. Only 40 rooms, including the Imperial Suites, where the six-year-old Mozart played in front of a mesmerised Empress are open to the public. The castle grounds include the amazing botanic gardens, which are an array of beautiful colours.
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Imperial Palace (Hofburg)
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Address: Hofburg – Michaelerkuppel
Phone: +43 1 533 75 70
e-mail: hofburg@schoenbrunn.at
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Website: http://www.hofburg-wien.at/
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The Hofburg Imperial Palace, otherwise known as the Winter Palace, is situated in the historic centre of Vienna. From the gates of the palace, you can look down on the city as the palace lies on a steep hillside. Some of the most powerful people in the history of Austria, including many of the rulers of the Austrian Empire had lived in the palace. Today, Hofburg is the official residence of the President of Austria as well as a major tourist attraction.
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Schönbrunn
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Address: Schönbrunner Schloßstrasse
Phone: +43 1 81 11 30
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Price: 0 - 15 EUR
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Website: http://www.schoenbrunn.at
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Schönnbrunn Palace has been a significant cultural monument and a popular Viennese attraction since the 1960s. As many as 6.7 million people visit the impressive Schönnbrunn complex each year. Boasting the status of a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site, the complex is one of the finest examples of Baroque art. The astounding structure with its long and interesting history is the oldest symbol of the Austrian state traditions.
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