ELEGANT VIENNA AUSTRIA. St. Stephen’s Cathedral , Belvedere and Mozart and Strauss Opera | VLOG 37

Vienna, the Austrian capital, is famous for its elegant architecture, imperial past, opera and classical music with its opulent balls. With culture, history, great dining, and plenty of ways to have family fun, Vienna is a great European destination for all. Vienna is a huge and sprawling city, which is divided into several distinct neighborhoods. With a blend of well-known spots, Vienna must-sees, and local hidden gems, some of these best places to visit in Vienna are bound to amaze you!

Here are some of the places we visited and the activities that have captured our hearts when we were in Vienna:

1. St. Stephen’s Cathedral
One of the most religious places and one of the most recognizable landmarks in Vienna. The impressive Gothic and Romanesque church dates back to the 1300s, and it stands on the site of earlier churches. It has seen many changes over the years and stood the test of time through major events. The tallest tower reaches 136 metres (446 feet) tall. It has served as an important lookout point during times of trouble. The multi-coloured roof is a striking feature with a mosaic of a double-headed eagle, symbolic of the Habsburg empire. Various statues stand outside. Inside, there are several chapels dedicated to different saints, statues, religious art, and a striking Gothic pulpit. Underneath the church, there are crypts and catacombs.

2. The Belvedere
A historic building complex in Vienna, Austria, consisting of two Baroque palaces (the Upper and Lower Belvedere), the Orangery, and the Palace Stables. The buildings are set in a Baroque park landscape in the third district of the city, on the south-eastern edge of its centre. It houses the Belvedere museum. The grounds are set on a gentle gradient and include decorative tiered fountains and cascades, Baroque sculptures, and majestic wrought iron gates. The Baroque palace complex was built as a summer residence for Prince Eugene of Savoy. The Belvedere was built during a period of extensive construction in Vienna, which at the time was both the imperial capital and home to the ruling Habsburg dynasty.

3. Mozart and Strauss Opera
Various popular opera composers called Vienna home, so it’s no surprise to find one of the world’s most prestigious opera venues here as well. However, Mozart operas continue to play a key role at the Vienna State Opera. We were fortunate enough to experience this and although it was intimidating at first, its really not. The misconception that we need to wear fancy dress is not true (although some may require you to do so), but proper decorum should and must be observed the entire time of the event.

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