Austrian architecture. Architecture of Austria XVII - the first half of XIX in the Austrian Baroque
Austria is considered one of the heirs of the great Western European architecture, which has come a long way from ancient rome to postmodernism. Austrian architecture is a combination of gothic, classicism and modern trends. There is certainly something to see in this distinctive country - we present the first part of the review of 25 stunning masterpieces of Austrian architecture.
The temple of the Roman Catholic Church Votivkirche was erected in the center of the Austrian capital in gratitude for the salvation of the young Emperor Franz Joseph during the assassination attempt on February 18, 1853. The height of the church is about 99 meters, which makes it the second tallest church in Austria. The architect of this unique Neo-Gothic building was the 26-year-old architect Heinrich von Ferstel. The construction of the temple was carried out for 23 years. Today the Votivkirche is considered one of the most recognizable architectural structures Austria.
The residential complex Spittelau-Viaducts is located on the banks of the Donau Canal, next to the University of Vienna. In this place, a metro line runs along the canal - along an arched viaduct built at the end of the 19th century according to the project of the Austrian architect Otto Wagner. The legendary Zaha Hadid positioned her building directly above the viaduct, so that trains literally pass through it. The house consists of three independent buildings, replete with broken curves and, as it were, jumping through the viaduct to the canal and back. It is curious that due to the lack of demand for apartments in this complex, it was converted into a university dormitory.
The Albertina Gallery is located in the palace of the Archduke Albrecht in the center of Vienna. Within its walls one of the largest and most significant world collections of graphic images (about 65 thousand drawings and more than a million masterpieces of printed graphics) from all over the world is stored. This unique collection covers the period from late Gothic to modern times. In addition to graphics, the museum houses two unique collections of early 20th-century Impressionists, some of which will be kept permanently. The Albertina Gallery also frequently hosts temporary exhibitions of photographs, drawings and architectural sketches. The museum contains original works by Rubens, Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Dürer and many other world famous artists.
The incredible Voest Steelworks office building was designed by Austrian architect Dietmar Feichstinger in Linz in 2009. This 5-story building, which is actually a horizontal skyscraper, is distinguished primarily by its length. One of the end facades of the building, "beveled" at an incredibly sharp angle, looks very unusual. On its top floor there is a recreation area for the company's employees. The office center also includes work premises, conference rooms, meeting rooms, a private dining room, a games room and a fitness center.
The Bergisel Mountains in Innsbruck do not look like the place where you can find one of the masterpieces of the legendary Zaha Hadid, but it was in this area that she designed the ski jump as part of the reconstruction of the Olympic Arena project. This facility is equipped with two elevators, on its roof there is a recreation area with a cafe and a terrace with stunning mountain views.
The national symbol of Austria and the city of Vienna, the Catholic Cathedral of St. Stephen, was erected in the center of the old city on St. Stephen's Square in 1147. This grandiose Gothic structure is literally overflowing with relics: crucifixes, church utensils and world-class works of art. In addition, while inside the cathedral, you can go down to the catacombs, where the remains of the Austrian emperors rest, and climb one of the two towers. The cathedral, already overly gothic, adds a special flavor to the fact that it is inhabited by kestrel, bats and stone marten.
The BTV branch building was built on the outskirts of Innsbruck a couple of years ago. Its façades are decorated with repeating checkerboard patterns. The shape of the building was inspired by the author of the project, architect Reiner Keberl, the silhouettes of the majestic Alpine mountains. In this building, attention is involuntarily attracted by a steep roof, thanks to which it can be easily recognized among other objects. It appeared as a result of the architect's desire to make the building as tall as possible and noticeable among other objects. The white brick facade panels that form the appearance of the building play two main roles: they filter the sunlight and cover what is happening inside from prying eyes.
The Vienna Secession is the name of an association of Viennese artists in the Art Nouveau era, whose works can be called the Viennese version of Jugendstil. The exhibition pavilion of the Vienna Secession, which was built in 1898 according to the project of Josef Maria Olbrich, is considered one of the most significant architectural monuments of the Austrian Art Nouveau. Obviously, the main element of the pavilion's façade is the golden dome (made of gilded bronze), popularly nicknamed "cabbage head". Under the dome, the motto of the Secession, made in gold, flaunts: “Time is its art, art its freedom”
Museum building contemporary art- huge, rectangular with a curved roof, made of blocks of gray basalt lava - looks very unusual and immediately catches the eye in the middle of the classic buildings of the former stables. The smooth, dark walls of the museum are sometimes used by exhibition organizers as an "external exhibition hall", projecting images and videos on their surface or placing various objects.
Dietrich Mateschitz, the owner of Red Bull, decided at one time that he needed a place to store his collection of airplanes. For this purpose, the so-called "Angar-7" was built - an additional pavilion on the territory of the local airport. After equipping the building with everything necessary, an aeronautics museum was opened within its walls - one of the most unusual in the world. The uniqueness of the Angar-7 pavilion lies both in its external appearance and in its internal design. The building is made up of many curved metal slabs supporting a giant glass dome. The halls of the museum contain unique models of recreational and sports aircraft, as well as some works of contemporary art related exclusively to the theme of aviation.
Austria is very popular among tourists from all over the world and largely due to the developed tourist infrastructure. Here you can see the most interesting sights, or you can relax in a world of luxury, amazing natural beauty and tranquility by going, for example, to.
The architecture of Austria is closely connected with the history of this country. The lands where Vienna and Salzburg are now located were captured by the ancient Romans, who built powerful fortresses for the Roman garrisons. Then, after the advent of Charlemagne, the first Christian churches began to be built, which looked rather primitive. The Romanesque style of architecture began to develop. Examples of this style, which have come down to our time, can be called the western facade of St. Stephen's Cathedral in Vienna, a church in Carinthia. The Gothic style in the architecture of Austria is represented in such buildings as the Gothic south tower of St. Stephen's Cathedral, Vienna, the Church of St. Maria am Gestade in Vienna. In areas far from Vienna, Gothic forms were simplified.
After a period of wars and political vicissitudes, baroque flourishes in Austria: quaint baroque estates, churches and monasteries have become a significant architectural heritage of Austria. The development of the Baroque in Austria was strongly influenced by the Italian Baroque. Schönbrunn Palace is the first example of a purely Austrian baroque, which has already acquired its own individuality. The first baroque cathedral was built in Salzburg at the beginning of the 17th century. It is here, in this quaint baroque town, that the house where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart lived and worked is located. Salzburg is also interesting because, along with the luxurious stucco facades of Baroque buildings, the modern Mönchsberg Museum of Modernism or Hangar 7 is quietly located here - a modern exhibition hall for aviation equipment and other exhibits related to aviation.
From the beginning of the 19th century, multi-storey and apartment buildings began to appear in Austrian cities for not very wealthy residents, for citizens with a higher financial situation - detached mansions. They contrasted sharply with the luxurious and imposing buildings of previous eras. In the construction of imposing state buildings, there is a tendency towards pretentiousness and pretentiousness. Vienna became the birthplace of a new architectural style - the Vienna Secession, that is, a special version of the Viennese Art Nouveau.
In Vienna, where ancient buildings coexist with modern structures made of glass and concrete, this eclecticism is especially noticeable. One of the best examples of Vienna Art Nouveau - the Secession building is located very close to the baroque Karlskirche church. The State Opera stands next to the Albertina, the world's largest gallery of art nouveau graphics.
The richly decorated and opulent architectural structures in Austria are organically combined with modern buildings, contrasting and complementing each other, and create a unique atmosphere of Austria.
On the territory of Austria there are buildings and sights belonging not only to different centuries, but also to completely different styles. Here you can find great imperial palaces, ancient temples and grandiose modern complexes.
Each district of Austria and even each of its towns is distinguished by its special style and unusual architecture. The contrast of architectural styles is strongest in magnificent Vienna. For example, if you decide to go down the subway, you will see modernist architecture. Walk through the historic center, you can admire the Gothic churches and cathedrals, as well as buildings in the Baroque style. Only here you can see buildings that are completely different in spirit opposite each other, nevertheless, looking harmonious due to the special spirit of Vienna.
Vienna is also a large number of imperial structures built during the reign of the great Habsburg dynasty. Among them, two magnificent palace complexes stand out - Schönbrunn Palace, which was the summer residence of the imperial family, and Belvedere Palace, which was the residence of the Prince of Savoy.
If you visit Lower Austria, then in the city of Wachau you can admire the unique monastery of the Benedictine monks Melk. This monastery was built in the Baroque style and is part of the UNESCO heritage. Going a little further, you will find yourself in the vineyards, and then near the lovely late Gothic church. There are also a large number of ancient monuments and various ancient ruins.
If you visit Krems, you will see here one of the most significant medieval buildings in the country - Gozzoburg. This palace, whose history began in the 13th century, is made in a very rare style for Austria - the Italian palazzo.
October 2012
I will start a series of posts about Vienna with one of my favorite topics - modern architecture. Looking ahead, I will say that I really liked Vienna, perhaps this best city, in which I have been for all my trips, this city was carefully invented, modernized and rethought by people for people. We will take a closer look at this topic in the following posts, and today we will walk through several interesting quarters, see modern residential and public buildings.
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1. We will start with a very famous center the attraction of the whole of Vienna - the Museum Quarter. Museumskvartir or MQ for short is a group of exhibition spaces formed around the historical building of the imperial court stables. There are three major museums here: the Museum of Modern Art of the Ludwig Foundation (MUMOK), the Leopold Museum and the Vienna Kunsthalle. Children's ZOOM Kindermuseum is open for children. The MuseumsQuartier regularly hosts various cultural events.
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2. Two powerful modern buildings (the gray MUMOK and the white Leopold Museum) are perfectly located in the courtyard of the Museum Quarter. Both buildings were designed by the architectural bureau "Ortner & Ortner", the building of the Leopold Museum is a rectangular parallelepiped lined with shell rock. The Museum of Modern Art is made in the shape of a chest and lined with volcanic rock. The original version of the project was supposed to erect a taller building. However, after long discussions, the building decreased in height, but acquired several underground floors.
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3. Bird's eye view of MQ (bing.com image).
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4. There are many interesting designer seats in the courtyard, which are repainted every year in new colors, the color is chosen by popular vote.
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5. Schwedenbrücke Bridge. To the left of the bridge is the building of the Bank of Austria, to the right is the Sofitel Vienna Hotel (architect Jean Nouvel).
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6. Embankment of the Danube Canal. The IBM building by Wilhelm Holzbauer.
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7. The building of the district court of Vienna.
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8. On the bank of the same Danube Canal is the building of the Spittelau waste incineration plant. Bird's eye view (bing.com image).
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9. The plant was built back in 1971, but in 1987 the plant was severely damaged by fire, and the mayor of Vienna entrusted the reconstruction project to the architect Hundertwasser, known for his "environmental" philosophy in architecture. At the beginning, the architect did not want to participate in this project and was generally against the incineration plant, but after he was assured that the plant would be super technological and would include garbage recycling cycles, the architect-cor agreed and, as a result, this building was silent. For an amateur.
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10. Facade details.
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11. A few steps from the factory is a residential building from Zaha Hadid Architects. The residential building was built directly above the 19th century viaduct, which now runs the metro line. The building was designed back in 1994. In terms of plan, the house represents three independent angular volumes on columns. Subway trains pass right next to the building. Interestingly, when the house was handed over, the demand on the real estate market for apartments in this building was so small that the building was eventually given over to the hostel of a nearby university.
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12. Bird's eye view. (bing.com image).
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16. Move to eastern part Vienna, in a residential area located opposite the Gasometer city (a renovation complex of public buildings based on four old gas tanks). Building kindergarten.
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17. Master plan of four residential buildings. The complex is called Ville Verdi ("Green Houses").
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18. Four "falling" residential buildings are neatly arranged on a hill, neat courtyards, modest group entrances.
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19. The houses were built according to the design of the architectural bureau Albert Wimmer, the construction was completed in 2009.
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20. Bold and beautiful
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23. And this is a bird's-eye view of the entire Gasometer City area, in this photo Green Homes are still under construction (image bing.com).
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24. Vienna gas meters - four former gas tanks located in Vienna (Austria) and built in 1896-1899. They are located in Simmering, the eleventh district of the city. In 1969-1978, the city abandoned the use of coke oven gas in favor of natural gas, and the gas meters were closed. In 1999-2001 they were rebuilt and became multifunctional complexes.
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26. View of the Green Houses from gas tanks.
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30. Vienna gasometers were built in 1896-1899 in the Vienna district of Simmering. They were created to provide the city with gas, which was previously supplied by the English company Inter Continental Gas Association (ICGA). At that time, these gasometers were the largest in Europe. However, due to a change in technology in 1984, gas meters were abandoned as the city switched to natural gas, which does not require such large tanks. Since that time, the Viennese gas tanks have been used for a variety of purposes, for example, as a decoration for one of the parts of the James Bond film "Sparks from the Eyes". In 1995, a contest of ideas for rebuilding gas meters was announced. As a result, the reconstruction of four gasometers went to four architects: the architectural bureau Coop Himmelb(l)au, Jean Nouvel, Wilhelm Holzbauer and Manfred Wedorn. All gas meters were divided into the following areas: residential, office, and entertainment (shops). The historic exterior has been preserved. In May 2001, people began to populate the gasometers, and in October the official opening took place.
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31. Hallivuv megaplex complex, connected by a glass passage to one of the gas holders.
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The architecture of European cities impresses with its scope and centuries-old history, which is displayed on the architectural side of the external appearance of European cities. One of the most iconic and luxurious cities in terms of historical architecture is the Austrian capital Vienna. The Austrian city is the unofficial cultural capital of Europe, a place where crowds of tourists come every year to enjoy the cultural and architectural appearance of the capital of Austria.
Vienna architecture- palaces, residences, universities.
Vienna architecture is its heart and a symbol of the cultural wealth of the city. It is not known whether Vienna would have been so beautiful from a cultural point of view, without its architectural component. After the devastating assault of the Turks in 1684, restoration began in Vienna historical buildings, famous masters came to the city.
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The most famous place in the capital of Austria, the place where operas of such outstanding personalities as Mozart are played, and the best conductors of the world opera stage performed. The opera itself arose in order to collect all the majestic Viennese concerts held in various theaters in one building. So in the middle of the 17th century, the Vienna Opera appeared, which became calling card city and the place where the whole beau monde gathers cultural life Europe. Unfortunately, during the Second World War, the opera house was destroyed, and it was restored to its current appearance in 1955. Every year, balls are held in the building of the Vienna Opera, which are famous for their beauty and grace throughout the world.
Palace and summer residence of the king. The construction of this Baroque building began at the end of the seventeenth century and was incompletely completed in 1713. Reconstruction of the 18th century brought the palace to its present form. After the Second World War, the palace was restored and is now open to visitors.
Hofburg.
A fine example of Renaissance architecture that was the winter residence of monarchs and is now the current residence of the President of Austria. Many in the world believe that the Hofsburg is the most beautiful presidential residence in modern world. It seems that such a luxurious building cannot serve for anything other than being the home of kings and rulers. The Hofburg, a castle with 2,600 rooms, with a Gothic chapel and luxurious courtyards, served precisely these purposes, which are a feature of this building.
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Palace of the commander and prince Eugene of Savoy. A snow-white baroque complex with green roofs, built by the architect Lukas von Hildebrand. Today, the building houses the Austrian Art Gallery.
Built in 1700, in the era of the reigning Baroque style, it is one of the brightest representatives of the strict lines in this style. The building houses an art gallery of the Liechtenstein dynasty.
Vienna City Hall.
In 1868, the architect Friedrich von Schmidt won the competition for the construction of the building of the new City Hall. Construction began 4 years later and was completed in 1883. allowed the Austrian capital to get a magnificent object that attracts tourists from all over the world. Elements of neo-gothic style adorn the facades of the building. Today, the building hosts exhibitions, concerts, expositions.
Houses of Parliament.
In 1883, not only the city hall was completed in Vienna, but also the building of the country's parliament. The architect Theophilus von Hansen, inspired by the architecture of Greece, built a neo-Greek building with classical columns and a portal decorated with figures of ancient Greek heroes and Gods. In front of the building there is a sculpture of Pallas Athena. Neo-Greek style is sustained not only in the exterior of the building, but also in the interior.
University of Vienna.
Education in Austria, like the universities of the capital of this great country are considered to be among the oldest in Europe. But, the most striking representative of the architecture of the universities of Vienna is the University of Vienna, which opened its doors back in 1365. The most beautiful building in the traditional style of Vienna architecture, bright buildings with domes and many columns, as well as beautiful facades, is the most important educational center in Europe, and is engaged in a student exchange program, cooperating with a huge number of universities in the world.
The Concert Hall of the Vienna Philharmonic was founded in 1870 by Emperor Franz Joseph I. The building is designed in the style of Classicism. Classical portal with columns and pilasters, arches and lower rustication.
Temple architecture in Vienna.
St. Stephen's Cathedral.
The cathedral is a striking representative of the Viennese Gothic, which is not similar to examples of Gothic architecture in the Czech Republic and Germany. gothic cathedral, unlike its counterparts, is quite pleasant and light, while Gothic architecture is associated with the dark tones of buildings. The history of the construction of the cathedral lasts from 1137 - 1511, when he gained modern look. The interior decorations of St. Stephen's Cathedral stand out with special beauty, which amaze at first sight. The cathedral contains within its walls many majestic creations of man - the Pec icon, a huge organ, the Chair of St. John Kalistran and the most beautiful church bells.
Karlskirche.
A visit to the Catholic Church Karlskirche causes a real delight among the guests of the city. The church differs from other shrines in Vienna with its unusual architecture, which harmoniously combines several styles. The temple is decorated with an ancient Greek portico and ancient Roman columns. Pavilions decorated in the Baroque style were built on both sides of the church. The highlight of the building is a huge dome. The beautiful interior decoration of the church is also striking. The temple was erected in the first half of the 18th century by Emperor Charles VI in honor of Saint Carlo Borromeo.
A Catholic church that combines several different styles. An ancient Greek portico with columns harmoniously coexists with side pavilions and a huge baroque dome. The temple was erected in the 18th century by Charles IV in honor of Saint Carlo Borrmeo, who lived in 1538-1584.
Votivkirche.
The building of the Roman Catholic Church was built after the assassination attempt on the life of Emperor Franz Joseph the First on public donations. Extraordinarily beautiful building It took 23 years to build and was completed in 1879. Neo-Gothic style gives the building weightlessness in combination with snow-white finishing stone. The temple hovers above the surrounding buildings, being the second tallest building in Vienna's temple architecture. Architect Heinrich von Festel.
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Votivkirche. Interior
Church of the Jesuits.
An architectural monument of the city in the baroque style. Architect Andrea Pozzo. The elegant lines of strict Baroque on the outside do not match the rich decoration of the interiors of the temple.
The primary purpose of this temple is a psychiatric hospital, the project for the creation of which was won by the architect Otto Wagner in 1902. In 1981, a church was opened in the building, which operates to this day. The building was built in the style of Constructivism emerging in the 20th century. The church was built in the form of a Greek cross with a dome. Strict forms of the building, light stone decoration create an element of lightness and severity at the same time. Black dots on the slabs of the building are fixing bolts left unhidden.
Church of Francis of Assisi
The Church of St. Francis of Assisi in the Leopoldstadt district was built not so long ago, at the end of the 19th century. The building of the temple was built in the Neo-Romanesque style, characterized by simpler forms of windows, stepped into the wall and round arches, many apses. The interior of the church is decorated with Byzantine-style mosaics.
An architectural monument of the constructivism style with elements of Art Nouveau. The rectangular shape of the building was designed by several artists and completed at the end of the 19th century. The building is decorated with inscriptions and decorative elements. Between four rectangular air ducts on the roof there is a spherical dome made of gilded leaves.
Vienna architecture is very impressive, first of all, with its elegance and light colors that prevail in the buildings of the capital of Austria. Cultural heritage Vienna is also reflected in the beauty of the capital's architectural masterpieces. Walking around Vienna, you can get unforgettable experience from the richness of the Baroque style and the smoothness of the Art Nouveau lines. But modernity intervenes in antiquity and on the marvelous streets of Vienna you can find modern planes of glass and concrete next to elegant antiquity.
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Vein. Modern.
Residential building with 52 apartments. An example of cubism and the play of color. Differs in multi-storey, covered with earth with grass and shrubs, the walls are uneven, painted in bright colors. Windows of different size and shape complement this architectural cacophony. The artist Hunderwasser, not being an architect, embodied all his creative aspirations in this building and considered this creation the pinnacle of his flight, as a result of which he refused the fee for the construction of this house. The building is devoid of straight lines, as it is arranged in nature according to the idea of the artist, so all the corners are rounded, and the floors and walls are uneven. At the same time, housing in this house is very expensive.
Modern architecture in Vienna.
Of course ancient capital develops and corresponds to the rank modern city. We present to your attention samples of the architecture of modern Vienna, high-tech and deconstructivism.
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If you want to see all the most important and significant sights of Vienna, you should hire an experienced guide. If you decide to refuse the help of a guide, then from our article you will learn what to see in Vienna in the first place.
What to see in Vienna first
2. Schönbrunn Palace
Schönbrunn Palace surrounded by a huge landscape park This sight of Vienna was awarded the title of the most beautiful palace and park ensemble in Europe. It is also the largest building in architectural style Austrian baroque. Numerous structures are located on the territory of the complex - fountains, green labyrinths, Botanical Garden and an ancient zoo (also the oldest in Europe). Don't know what to see in Vienna in 1 day with your kids? Head right here. Not a single description or photo can convey the beauty of Schönbrunn;
3. Belvedere
View of the building of the Upper Belvedere and the palace park If you're wondering where current heads of state live, check out this Vienna landmark. Another name given to Belvedere by the locals is the Austrian Versailles. You can visit the unique gallery of sculptures and paintings. Inside the castle, the original interior has been preserved with unique wall paintings, statues, frescoes, and stucco bas-reliefs. Belvedere is included in the list of "the best sights in Vienna" for those who are fond of history and art. The adjacent territory of huge size is represented by a giant three-level parks, a waterfall, pools, forged gates decorated with statues and stables;
4. Vienna City Hall
Facade of the Vienna City Hall Set aside a full day to visit this Vienna landmark. By the way, you can notice it from afar - more than a hundred-meter tower can be seen from almost every corner of the capital. More than 800 various events (concerts, festivals, shows) are held annually in the Town Hall - you should familiarize yourself with their list in advance. Perhaps yours will coincide with the time of any celebration? Another plus: on the way to the Town Hall, you can observe the main sights of Vienna: the Federal Theatre, the National University, the Parliament and the State Opera;
Place for meetings of the Federal and National Councils of the country. The building is stylized as an ancient temple in the spirit of the Greek Revival. Under the ramp of the legendary creation of Theophilus Hansen, you can see a fountain and a sculpture of the Greek goddess of wisdom, Aphrodite. We recommend such interesting places in Vienna to connoisseurs of architecture;
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6. Vienna Opera
Vienna State Opera - a symbol of musical Vienna The recommendations of the guides and the reviews of tourists that we used in compiling this review indicate the need to visit the local opera. We included it in our rating not only because it is the largest opera house in the state. But also because the premieres of the greatest works of our time are held here regularly. If you are not interested in the performances themselves, buy a ticket for a tour of the theater - you can, among other things, go backstage and see the entire building with a guide;
7. Vienna Philharmonic
Vienna Philharmonic building at night We continue to talk about the "musical" sights of Vienna. The philharmonic orchestra performing here, performing the cult works of Mozart, Strauss or Beethoven, is called the best not only in the country, but also on the planet. New Year's performances are broadcast on national television. The concert hall with 1740 seats never remains empty. Attention also deserves the architecture of the facade and the interior of an old house;
8. Royal Burgtheater
Royal Burgtheater - the oldest drama theater in Austria on the Ringstrasse An ancient theater adjacent to the Town Hall. On the snow-white building are held organized excursions with a guide. You can explore galleries with portraits of local actors, sculptures and other works of art. Or buy a ticket and visit one of the performances;
9. Liechtenstein Palace
Front facade of the magnificent Liechtenstein Palace Museum AT modern complex, which unites the garden and city palaces, there are expositions of paintings from the private collection of Liechtenstein and canvases from the Biedermeier era. By booking an excursion program (prior arrangement required), you can stroll through the luxuriously decorated state rooms, admire the walls decorated with natural silk, parquet from the finest woods and stucco ceilings. The Liechtenstein Palace will amaze you with the famous furnishings of Michael Tohne, vases and dishes from the Imperial Porcelain Manufactory, elegant engravings;
10. Liechtenstein Castle
The powerful walls of Liechtenstein Castle on the edge of the Vienna Woods The building, whose architecture will take you to a fairy tale about knights, is located in a beautiful forest. The date of construction of the medieval landmark is 1135;
11. Kreuzenstein Castle
Kreuzenstein's castle picturesque place on the high rock Another medieval building, which you should see with your own eyes. You can watch it during a personal visit or by watching the film "Time of the Witches";
12. St. Stephen's Cathedral
St. Stephen's Cathedral - a majestic Gothic building of the XIV century Catholic symbol of the state. The archbishop of the capital still sits in the temple. If you are interested in the panorama of the city, climb to the top of the tower. If you have already visited the observation deck, enjoy the interior decoration and gothic architecture the cathedral, built in 1340;
13. Church of St. Peter
One of the most beautiful Baroque churches in Vienna is St. Peter's Church. Luxurious building in the Baroque style, built by order of Emperor Leopold the First. The temple, created by the outstanding masters of Italy, is open for inspection daily. Today, this particular church is the most capacious building of a religious nature in the Christian world. On the square in front of it, you can listen to the speeches of the Pope. Among the relics inside are the spear of Longinus, which pierced the crucified Christ, and the remains of St. John Chrysostom;
14. Church Votivkirche
Green Square and Votivkirche (Vow Church) Another Roman Catholic neo-Gothic church built near national university. We recommend this cathedral for a visit to everyone who does not know where to go in Vienna, but is fond of architectural monuments. By the way, the church is active. The entrance to it is open to everyone, even during masses, services and other cultural and religious events;
15. Karlskirche Church
Sculptural group "Vaults of the hill" in the oval pool in front of the Karlskirche church The temple with a height of more than 70 meters is famous for its beautiful columns, interior with painted walls, altars and vaults, a giant dome visible from afar. The complex has pavilions and a Greek-style portico with a triangular pediment. The main building has elements of Islamic, Byzantine, Roman and ancient Greek architecture;
16. Vienna City Park
Monument to Johann Strauss in Vienna City Park What to visit in Vienna after long walks around the city? An ancient and spacious park with sculptures, rose bushes (over 400 varieties of roses), a beautiful pond, winding paths and all kinds of trees. This huge ornamental garden has playgrounds for newlyweds and children, performances of artists and outdoor concerts are regularly held;
17. Mozart House Museum
Entrance to the Mozart House Museum in the center of Vienna Joe Ross It was here that the famous composer created the work "The Marriage of Figaro", and lived for more than three years. The museum presents his personal belongings and reproduces the original furnishings. You will be able to learn about the life of a genius and the conditions in which Mozart created his masterpieces;
18. Hundertwasser House
The absence of straight lines either inside or on the facade of the Hundertwasser house One of the most unusual buildings in the capital, you don't have to pay to see it. The facade, created by the famous Austrian artist, is decorated with all the colors of the rainbow. Today, this building houses apartments and offices, shops and playrooms. There are common and private terraces, a winter garden with numerous shrubs and trees;
19. Cafe Sacher
The doors of the Sacher cafe are open to everyone shinji_w What to visit in Vienna if you want to be pampered national cuisine? The world-famous cafe Sacher, where you will be served excellent coffee and a delicious cake of the same name. The establishment is located in an old expensive hotel. The interior and ambiance are in keeping with the high status of the Sacher brand: marble everywhere, expensive upholstered furniture, red upholstery on the walls, Bohemian crystal chandeliers and mirrors;
20. Ringstrasse
Tram tracks on the Ringstrasse What to see in Vienna for free? This beautiful boulevard, on which the most important monuments, parks and palaces, the Parliament and the Opera House are located, historical Museum and the Museum of Art History. In addition, here you will see the most chic.
If you have free time, devote it to exploring those monuments of culture and history, which we will discuss below.
Vienna attractions: what else to visit in Vienna
If possible, include in your excursion route visit to such fascinating sights as:
21. Albertina Gallery
The Albertina Art Gallery is located in the center of Vienna An art gallery with more than 65,000 drawings and about one million printed graphic works. The expositions contain masterpieces for every taste - both for fans of modern art and for connoisseurs of late Gothic;
22. Sigmund Freud Museum
Museum of the founder of psychoanalysis Sigmund Freud Prince Roy Working and living quarters (including a psychologist's business office) and a huge library with 35,000 volumes of books on psychoanalysis, work supplies, Freud's personal belongings, antique collection items - you will see all this inside the museum;
23. Kunsthistorisches Museum and Natural History Museum
Picturesque square between the Museum of Art History and the Museum of Natural History The Kunsthistorisches Museum is located opposite the Natural History Museum in a completely identical building with the same sculptural groups, stucco, arched windows and columns. The buildings are separated by a beautiful green park with paths, statues and fountains;
24. Leopold Museum
The Leopold Museum is located in the Museum Quarter of the capital Mister No A unique place that contains thousands of works of Austrian Art Nouveau and Expressionism. A simple, minimalist building with a white shell finish, has the shape of a parallelepiped;
25. Danube Tower
View from the Danube River to the Danube Tower in Vienna Skyscraper with an observation deck, located in the Danube Park. Visibility to the panorama of the city from the observation platform is 80 kilometers;
26. Crazy tower
Pathology Museum or Tower of Fools in a round five-story building The museum, housed in a cylindrical building, is part of the Natural History Museum. In previous years, the tower served as a hospital for the mentally ill. Local exhibits - human brains, dissected bodies, alcoholized babies. In total, there are approximately 4,000 exhibits of this nature in the tower;
27. Vienna Woods
Charming autumn landscape of the Vienna Woods The beauty of nature will win you over. You can sunbathe on open flowering lawns, pick mushrooms and berries, look at landscapes from observation platforms, visit a small cafe. At one time, the Vienna Woods was especially loved by Freud and Kafka. You can finish the walk with a visit to the nearby arched monastery;
28. Prater Park
Prater Park - favorite place holidays for Viennese families with children Recreation area and public park with 250 different attractions (including the Ferris Wheel). Large-scale folk festivals are held here, there are equipped bike paths and landscaped areas for quiet picnics;
29. House of the sea
One of the many marine life Houses of the sea in Vienna Tauralbus The complex has a zoo, a terrarium and an oceanarium, a cafe and an observation deck overlooking the capital. On the territory of 3.5 thousand squares, tens of thousands of exotic animals live in close to natural conditions. On the upper floors there are expositions that tell about the history of the creation and use of the tower in wartime;
30. Schönbrunn Zoo
Animal figurine at Schönbrunn Zoo The current number of inhabitants is 8.5 thousand individuals (about 700 species of living creatures). Each individual barrier (all multi-level) has its own pool and its own animal rest houses. On an area of more than 17 hectares there is a lake for waterfowl. The imperial family of Franz Stefan, the founder of the zoo, used to have dinner in the central one-story pavilion. Bears, lions, penguins, fur seals - the list of "locals" is endless.
We hope you will be able to choose those attractions in Vienna that best suit your interests and tastes. The capital of Austria will not leave you indifferent. Read also about the best and get inspired for your next trip to Austria.
