Vienna is a multi-faceted city! It is the capital of waltzes, the settlement of Roman legionaries, the city of parks, and the modern metropolis. And all this is the same city that has managed to embody both old buildings and modern buildings that blend harmoniously into the image. Those who are going to visit this city during their holidays need to know the history of the creation of the city, as well as the main places to visit, as there is not enough time to see all the amazing sights of this really beautiful city.
During Roman times, Vienna grew in size in concentric circles. The central part of the city, also called the inner city, almost coincides with the borders of the district, which is the first in a row. The ring – ring is a chain of boulevards that form the very first ring. The history of this ring begins in the reign of Franz Yosif first, in 1857, when the emperor issued a decree on the removal of large fortifications. The second ring – Gyurtel – its length is 15 km, it limits the interior of the city, from the second to the ninth. This ring has swallowed the villages and parish churches, which in the past surrounded the capital.
Now Vienna is one of the typical European cities, with clean streets, green parks and a huge number of outlets, which boils a vibrant life. With all this, a very well developed transport network. Therefore, for tourists there is no difference whether to walk the streets on foot or choose to travel around the city in public transport. And in fact, and in another case, they will receive a sea of pleasure. It affects the abundance of people who have chosen a way to move around the city bicycle. Cyclists enjoy the honor in Vienna, many bicycle parkings are organized for them, and there are cycle paths all over the city almost all along the roadway, and even traffic lights for cyclists are installed at intersections.
For tourists who decide to move by public transport, there is also a special transport ticket “Vienna ticket” or Wiener Karte. Its action is designed for 3 days, and he represents the card, which shows the date and time of its use. This travel card has another advantage – it allows you to get a discount on entry to the famous Vienna museums – the Museum of Natural History, Hoftburg, the Vienna House of Art and many others, as well as a discount on the Ferris wheel in the Prater park, a walk through the canal, IMAX cinemas and some major stores. Tourists will be able to buy such a ticket in hotels, metro stations and tourist centers.
Worth a visit is the symbol of the city – the Cathedral of St. Stephen, the saint who patronizes Vienna. The age of the temple is more than 800 years, and under it are the ancient catacombs, in which the graves of the representatives of the Habsburg dynasty are located. Having bought Manner waffles, which are produced only in this city, and which have a unique taste, you can see the spire of the famous cathedral on the packaging.
A little southwest of the Josefplatz and Graben streets you can see the imperial palace, which houses an exhibition of treasures, a riding school and a winter Habsburg arena. In a separate room you can see the relics of the Roman Empire – the crown, vestments, jewelry. The legendary Sacred Spear, which, according to legend, was pierced by Jesus Christ, is also kept here.
Be sure to visit the Museum Quarter, located near the Hofburg and the Ringstrasse. There are 3 large museums here – the Art Gallery, the Museum of Modern Art of the Ludwig Foundation and the Leopold Museum. And the central courtyard of the Museum Quarter has become a place for outdoor recreation. The Kunstkamera again began its work in the Kunstkamera, where the exhibits include the famous “Soller” salt-cellar made of pure gold, fancy scientific instruments and much more.
Vienna is a musical city. The names of famous composers who lived and worked here should not be called, they are already known. Their music is in the city everywhere. As well as tourists and residents of the city can listen to the boys’ choir. For this, it is worthwhile to visit the Sunday church services in the Hofburgsky chapel and the MuTh concert hall located in Augarten. It is on his stage you can see the most courageous musical and theatrical performances. And what a journey can be complete without the impressions of visiting the famous Viennese cafes. Not a single tourist will leave this city without tasting Viennese coffee.
The most popular among tourists is the cafe, located in the greenhouse of the Hofburg Palace. Here, coffee is served amazing desserts. 10 kilometers from Vienna is another popular institution – “Marhefeldehof” This is not a simple restaurant, but a restaurant in a museum. For Russian-speaking visitors a menu is offered in Russian, and in the evenings you can take part in theme parties, whose names are also impressive – Napoleon’s dinner, or the emperor’s dinner.
