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Schlossberg, Graz


Schlossberg, Graz is one of the finest Graz tourist attractions. It is situated above the old town in Graz. Schlossberg, Graz can be easily reached by foot or by car. Schlossberg, Graz holds the world famous landmark of Graz, the Clock Tower. The Schlossmuseum is found inside the Clock Tower. The Turkish Well is located next to the Schlossmuseum, Graz. The Belfry that contains a heavy bell commonly referred to as the "Liesl" can also be seen from the top of the hill.

Schlossberg in Graz is placed in the heart of the city. It is in close proximity to the main square. Schlossberg in Graz in Austria was originally a defensive castle hill. The castle on top of it is made of bastion walls. The museum beside it is a delight to watch. The foot of the castle hill is surrounded by a vast system of tunnels. These tunnels were created during the years 1943 and 1945 to protect the civilians from the bomb attacks of World War II. However, the tunnels were left unfinished.

The tunnel-passage of Schlossberg, Graz leads to a place called Kameliterplatz. Some of the tunnels were set up in the year 2000. The cathedral in Schlossberg, Graz can accommodate a maximum of 600 people. You can have a look at this unique tunnel system through the grotto railway that was established keeping mainly the interests of the tourists in mind.

The Schlossberg, Graz is accessible by foot. Two roads pass through the Karmeliterplatz Wickenburg alley to this hill side. A staircase is there that will help you go your way. You can also reach the Schlossberg, Graz by rail as there is the Castle Mountain lift or the new Castle Mountain Railways. The area around the Schlossberg, Graz is a pedestrian zone.

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