Salzburg
A baroque city on the banks of
the Salzach River, Salzburg is the beautiful capital of Land Salzburg.
This former site of the Romans town of Juvavum is set against a pristine
mountain backdrop. The city and the river were named after the early
residents who earned their living in the region’s salt mines.
Sights in Salzburg and surroundings
Walking in Salzburg is the best and the only
way to get around town, as many of the most interesting streets, especially
in the Old Town , are for pedestrians only. The city is snug and compact,
so getting to the major monuments is relatively easy.
Mozart`s Birthplace
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born here on January 27, 1756. Today the
rooms once occupied by the Mozart family house a museum.
Former official apartements of the Salzburg
prince archbishops.
The medieval bishops' residence was given today's magnificent early
Baroque appearance at the end of the 16th century. Open to the public:
the State Rooms of the Residenz - formerly used by Salzburg's prince
archbishops as reception rooms and living quarters - as well as the
Residenz Gallery with its fabulous collection of paintings by European
artists of the 16th - 19th centuries. The building referred to as
the New Building of the Residenz is located across from the Residenz.
Hellbrunn palace
One of the finest examples of mannerist architecture, world-famous
trick fountains. Admission only with a guided tour.
Weather
The city of Salzburg is located next to the Prealps and therefore
very much influenced by the Alpine climate. Winters are cold and dry,
summers are hot and friendly.
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The View from Salzburg
Statue of Strauss, Stadt Park, Vienna
Salzach River |
