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Vienna complete travel guide

by Parastoo Sahebi
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The colossal ancient Romans’ military camp of Vindobona is now considered as one of the greatest cultural hubs in the entire world. This amazing city has seen wars, sieges, and epidemic diseases through its history of around 2000 years, but still, Vienna’s top tourist attractions are so brilliant that every visitor will leave the city with unforgettable memories of the Austrian capital.

The so-called City of Music homes to some of the greatest attractions related to music. On the other hand several sights from the time it was the capital of the Austro-Hungarian Empire or the medieval era that you can pay a visit to.

In this article, we will take a look at the Vienna top tourist attractions, as well as provide a thorough travel guide to the fabulous City of Dreams.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2469″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

When to go?

Vienna is one of the few cities in Europe that is favorite for tourists every day of the year. Whether it is in the middle of the winter or summer, there are things that make the city a brilliant choice to visit.

Vienna is amazing at Christmas. With snow on the ground and the dazzling Christmas decorations, which are mostly made of wood and straw, the ones used in the old times before using plastic decorations, it exactly looks like the picture in our heads about a fairytale Christmas. There are also Christmas markets with a fabulous atmosphere that will give you a taste of what Christmas truly is about. Although the weather is cold, it absolutely worth it.
The favorite time for tourists, however, is the summer. Lots of the locals leave the city for their vacations, so there is more room to stay in. The streets will be the most amazing member of Vienna top tourist attractions during this season. There will be numerous cafes and restaurants on the streets, which usually have a colorful garden in front of them, offering delicious delights as well as a picturesque view.

In summer, the main square of the city becomes a street food market filled with food sellers and Italian ice cream makers. There is also an outdoor cinema during the summer that can be counted as one of the best parts of the city.

Spring and fall are nice times to go as well. Especially with the lower number of tourists and the amazing colors of nature.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2487″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

What to eat?

Vienna is not just a city rich in culture. Its cuisine is something fabulous as well. There are several dishes you absolutely should taste when you are in Vienna, as some of them are being cooked in their traditional style just in the city.

The most famous traditional dish of Vienna is the “Wiener Schnitzel”. Thinly cut pieces of veal, fried while coated in bread. Wiener schnitzel is typically served with a slice of lemon, along with potato salad or fries. This dish is absolutely the must-eat.

The Tafelspitz is another delicious meal. It is not only Viennese but is known as a traditional dish of Austria. Tafelspitz is tender, lean cut beef which boiled slowly to reach a special level of consistency. It is then will be served with special toppings like Apfelkren, along with spinach cream and potatoes.

There are several other dishes, such as Gulasch, Zwiebelrostbraten, Schweinsbraten, Apfelstrudel, Sachertorte, and many more that every visitor should take the chance to try them depending on their appetite.

The only things that are obvious are, first, the cuisine of Vienna is impressive, and second, there is always something you will fall in love with, no matter what is your taste.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2488″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Which one of Vienna top tourist attractions you should visit?

As one of the most culturally amazing cities in the world, Vienna is home to some of the most fabulous attractions that can enchant visitors for the rest of their lives. In this part of this article, we will take a look at some of the Vienna top tourist attractions.

 

Schonbrunn Palace

The Austrian Versailles was built in 1712 by Emperor Leopold I. Schonbrunn Palace was used as the imperial summer palace afterward.

Johann Edler von Kurzböck mentioned about Schonbrunn, “The palace is magnificent, the furniture befitting of a queen and in the best of taste. The gardens have everything that art has ever created.”
This magnificent artwork is not only amazing because of its architecture and interior design, but there are also some other attractions that absolutely worth paying a visit to. Attractions like the oldest zoo in the world and the popular labyrinth.

Vienna State Opera

As the beating heart of music, your trip is not complete until you see an opera in the majestic Vienna State Opera.

Although the opera house was opened 150 years ago the current building is around 65 years old. The reason for this difference is that it was completely destroyed during the Second World War by a bomb.
The architecture itself is a masterpiece, luxurious and artistic, and the performances you have the chance to visit, whether an opera, a ballet or a classical concert, that are being performed every day are usually the best of their kind.

If you are interested in music-related kind of arts, then the Vienna State Opera is like a Mecca for you.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”2490″ img_size=”800*500″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]

Saint Stephen’s Cathedral

Home church of the Catholic archbishop of Vienna is built on the ashes of its former building, a 12th-century church destroyed in the Second World War bombings.
The cathedral which is also called Stephansdom is one of the most impressive landmarks. Its brilliant architecture helped this masterpiece touch the Viennese sky, and its interior is a fabulous artwork.

Make sure you pay a visit to this beautiful cathedral while you are in Vienna.

 

Belvedere Complex

Built by Prince Eugene of Savoy to serve as his summer home. This complex is a baroque-style park consisted of several palaces and their related buildings.

Belvedere is undoubtedly among the most picturesque Vienna top tourist attractions. Actually it is better to be visited during the night when it is well lit up, and the scenery is breathtaking.

 

Reference: tripadvisor.com[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

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