Vienna: City Of Emperors, Art, Beauty, Charm, Sights Of Vienna In Vienna, the coffee house isn’t just a hangout: it’s an institution. Lingering over a newspaper with a pastry and a strong espresso drink is, officially a Viennese cultural pastime. Walk off your slice of Sachertorte with a self-guided tour of the city’s stunning traditional, Secessionist, and modern architecture, such as the Imperial Palace, the State Opera House, the Kirche am Steinhof, or the Kunsthistorisches Museum, an exercise in ornate geometry. Vienna is a magnificent city and deciding which attractions to include in this guide was not easy. You should know that there is more to say about - and more to see in this city! Your visit mus include: Schönbrunn Palace - The Palace with its surrounding buildings and the huge park is one of the most significant cultural monuments in Austria. It was generally used as the summer residence of the Habsburg rulers. Belvedere Palace - The two magnificient palaces on the Belvedere grounds lie in the middle of a splendid park. They were constructed for Prince Eugene of Savoy by J.L. von Hildebrandt, a famous Baroque architect. Naschmarkt - There is quite a number of markets where you can buy fresh vegetable and asorted tidbits. But Naschmarkt is arguably more than that: it is a Viennese institution dating back to the 16th century. Prater park - The Prater is Vienna's most popular fun fair. Here one can enjoy a great view from the giant Ferris wheel, and one can do sports and relax in the area of forest land and fields. Anchor Clock - The Anchor Clock was built between 1911 and 1917 after the plans of the painter Franz von Matsch. It is situated on the oldest square of Vienna and represents a typical Art Nouveau design. The architectural image of the city is dominated by the Ringstrasse, a four kilometre long boulevard which encircles the centre of the city. Here you can catch on a bus to have a wonderful tour around this boulevard. St. Stephen's Cathedral dominates the centre of Vienna and not far away behind the State Opera House, is the venerable Hotel Sacher, with its old Viennese coffee house. Johann Strauss, the Vienna Boys' Choir, Lipizzaner horses and Heurige wine, Vienna is a city of irresistible charm! Vienna is the capital of Austria, in Central Europe. It is an ancient fortress city that lies nestled on the eastern fringe of the Alps, on the banks of the Danube River. One hundred years ago, this glittering city gave birth to an artistic and cultural revolution. It was a revolution that changed the future and secured forever, Vienna’s place as one of the world’s great cities. Free thinking flourished in its cafe’s and new ideas in music, and philosophy became embedded in its cobblestones. Join locals for a game of pool or a discussion on philosophy at Cafe Sperl. Visit the Demel Bakery, the original confectioners to the Austrian Royal Family. Order a sachentorte - a traditional chocolate cake and relax with an international newspaper. Stroll to the Vienna State Opera, considered one of the greatest opera houses in the world. Take a backstage tour, learn the story of this historic place and see the hidden machinery that creates the performance magic. A little further along the ring is the Hofburg Imperial Palace. This impressive palace was home to the Hapsburg dynasty who ruled the area for centuries and currently serves as the official residence for the President of Austria. Examine ancient manuscripts and see the some of the earliest globes in the Austrian National Library which is also housed here. Take the time to enjoy the Volksgarten - or people’s garden - famous for its more than 400 species of roses and the Theseus Temple in its centre. There are 2000 parks in Vienna so there is always somewhere nearby to relax. Layered with history, Vienna is a truly international city. Explore monumental palaces and priceless artworks, all set amidst a cafe culture that changed the world. Hope you will enjoy it as much as I have. See more videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8yctx8OLFTd0ssDoMFnTg/videos Become my patreon on : https://www.patreon.com/user?u=593408 google + https://plus.google.com/111709809538991906521/posts Useful links: http://www.wien.info/en/sightseeing/tours-guides/bus-tours http://www.viator.com/Vienna/d454-ttd http://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g190454-Vienna-Vacations.html http://www.lonelyplanet.com/austria/vienna

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