Sightseeing in Salzburg can be a once-in-a-lifetime experience for you unlocking a whole new world of natural beauty, rich history and culture and some of the greatest attractions which draw large number of tourists from all over the world. Salzburg is the fourth-largest city in Austria and the capital of the federal state of Salzburg. Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Old Town of Salzburg with its world famous baroque architecture is one of the best-preserved city centers in the entire German-speaking world. With Sightseeing in Salzburg, you can experience the breathtaking Alpine setting and visit the famous birthplace of Mozart and the places where parts of the all-time Hollywood classic ‘The Sound of Music’ were shot.
Start your Sightseeing in Salzburg with the grand Domplatz or the Cathedral Square which is surrounded by the Residenz Castle and St. Peter’s Abbey. The site where the present cathedral or Dom of Salzburg stands was probably a sacred place for rituals and sacrifices during the Celtic and Roman times. The first Dom was built under the guidance of St. Virgil. Visit the St. Peter’s monastery and cemetery. The neighborhood around the Benedictine St. Peter’s Abbey is the oldest quarter of Salzburg. The main entrance of the abbey faces the southern side-entrance to the Franziskanerkirche.
Next in line is the Festung Hohensalzburg, the Salzburg fortress. One of the biggest castles of Europe, it gives spectacular views over the valley. Come to the Getreidegasse which is regarded as the busiest alley of Salzburg. It has been a major road since Roman times when Salzburg was known as Iuvavum. It is also known for the Mozart birthplace in the Hagenauerhaus. Take a stroll around the Mozart Square which is the heart of Salzburg. It has some of the city's most beautiful Roman foundations and since 1842 it also hosts the Mozart memorial.
For more Sightseeing in Salzburg, visit the Residenz Castle. This Baroque palace was the official residence of the Prince Archbishops of Salzburg. The St. Sebastian church and cemetery is famous for its cloisters and tranquil cemetery including Mozart’s family tomb. And, last but certainly not the least, the Hellbrunn castle, park and trick fountains and the Mirabell castle and gardens must be included in your Sightseeing in Salzburg without which your travel to Salzburg will remain incomplete.
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