Salzburg in Austria is a city rich in
tradition, history and culture with the fascinating scenery and the city's
stately Baroque(ornate) architecture. The city's elegant Gothic art
attracted many craftsmen and artists and it became eminent through the works
of the Italian architects Vincenzo Scamozzi and Santini Solari, to whom the
centre of Salzburg owes much of its Baroque(ornate) look.
Salzburg is an extravagant city, known for its impressive buildings and
palaces and besides this is a home of the most celebrated music and arts
festival in the world.
There is a year-round current of music in Salzburg where at least one
concert is held every day and some of the world best-known conductors,
orchestras and opera singers come regularly to the town. The city is also
rich in galleries and museums, among which the Rupertinum, a gallery of
modern art, possessing collections of Klimt, Schiele and Kokoschka is
marvellous. The city is famous for he music and scenic locations.
Fact File
Country : Austria
Official name : Salzburg
Population : 523,500
Languages : German, English
Climate : Austria enjoys a moderate continental climate featuring
four distinct seasons: spring, summer, autumn and winter. Summers are
generally warm and pleasant with cool nights, Winters are sunny, with
reliable and frequent snowfalls. However, in summer rainfalls are usually
heavy and of short duration only. Winters are rather cold in the North-East
and can be lightened up by frequent and heavy foehn winds ( a warm and dry
wind) in some valleys in the Alps.
Official
Currency : Euro; 1 Euro = 52.443 Indian Rupee = 1.2047 US $(subject to
change)
Location : Salzburg is in western Austria, and it's the capital of
the state of Salzburg. Salzburg is two hours from Munich by train.
Geographically, its coordinates are 47.81 degrees north, 13.04 degrees east.
Getting There
By Air : Salzburg has an international airport. Airport Code: SZG.
Salzburg Airport has its own exit from the motorway. This is situated at the
centre of the motorway i intersection heading north-south (D, I) and
east-west (H, CZ, D, CH). The airport is located around 2 km from the German
border and 4 km from the city centre.
By Train : Salzburg railway station ("Hauptbahnhof") is
very close to the the Salzburg Airport and a regular bus service ensures an
easy transit between the airport and the railway station.
Getting Around
By Road : Buses, taxis and bicycles are the ways to move around in
the city.
Accommodation
The city of Salzburg has very good hotels to ensure a comfortable stay for
the tourists. Mentioned below is a list of some of the hotels in the city:
5 star hotel in the city:
Hotel Goldener Hirsch
Hotel Sheraton Salzburg
Hotel Gmachl
4 star hotel in the city:
Flair hotel Markus Sittikus Garni
Hotel Gasthaus Weisses Kreuz
Hotel Neutor
3 star hotel in the city:
Best Western Hotel Rosenvilla
Major Tourist attractions
The
Original Sound of Music : Enjoy a wonderful ride with breathtaking views
of the landscape where the opening scenes were of the film “sound of
music” was filmed. One can relax while listening to the original 'Sound
of Music' soundtrack as your guide points the highlights of the film as well
as the historical and architectural landmarks in the city, and some of the
beautiful lakes and mountains in the area.
Eagle's Nest : Excursion to Bavaria : Berchtesgaden is like
travelling through the fairytale scenery, along the Königsee River
Valley, through the Bavarian mountains dotted with romantic farmhouses. The
highlight of the tour is Eagle's Nest where one can enjoy enjoy the
breathtaking views across the Alps. One should not miss the place where
Hitler once lived and held meetings.
Ice Caves : While travelling along majestic Alpine roads to the
largest ice caves and underground glacier in the world one can experience an
adventurous trip that will take one deep into the 'Salzburg Alps'. Here one
is provided with fascinating historical information on the natural wonders
of glaciers.
Salzburg Marionette Theatre : experience a magical journey with the
marionettes to enchanted Egypt, where Prince Tamino is trying to resue
Princess Pamina. Here one can travel to the Temple of Sarastro, and meet the
Three Genii on the way!
City Tour : this tour is for the music lovers. Visit the Residence
of Mozart, on Makart Square - this famous residence now has a museum on the
first floor of the former living quarters, documenting the history of the
building and the life of the Mozart family.
Classical Salzburg : here one must visit wonderful sights including
Mirabell Palace, Mozarteum School of Music, Marionette Theatre, County
Theatre, House where Mozart lived, Trinity Church, County Legal Courts,
Nonnberg Abbey, Hellbrunn Palace, Villa of Frohnburg, Neutor tunnel, and
Festival Hall.
Other attractions :
Salzburg Marionette Theatre : It's 18th century Vienna
where turks are in vogue : Turkish dress styles, Turkish hairdos, Turkish
stories, and Turkish music! Participate with the marionettes as they take
everyone on an extraordinary journey!
Lakes and Mountains : witness the splendid beauty of one
of Austria's most beautiful regions - the lake district just beyond the
gates of Salzburg. One should not miss out on the scenic views and natural
beauty that surrounds this picturesque area.
