Vienna, Austria

Votivkirche

This towering neo-Gothic church on the Ringstrasse was built to thank God for the survival of Emperor Franz Joseph I from an assassination attempt. Its twin spires and intricate facade make it one of the most important examples of its architectural style in the world.

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Votivkirche is in Vienna, Austria. Coordinates: 48.21540, 16.35908. Open in Google Maps

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Albertina Museum

Housed in a former Habsburg residential palace, the Albertina is home to one of the most important print rooms in the world. The museum also displays impressive permanent collections of modern art, including works by Monet, Picasso, and Kiefer.

Anker Clock (Ankeruhr)

An elaborate Art Nouveau clock that forms a bridge between two buildings on the Hoher Markt square. Each hour, a different historical figure from Vienna's past parades across the clock face, accompanied by organ music, with all twelve figures appearing at noon.

Austrian Parliament Building

A magnificent example of Neoclassical architecture on the Ringstrasse, this building is where the two houses of the Austrian Parliament conduct their sessions. Its most famous feature is the large Pallas Athene fountain that stands before the main entrance.

Belvedere Palace

This historic complex consists of two magnificent Baroque palaces, the Upper and Lower Belvedere, set within a beautiful park. The museum houses an outstanding collection of Austrian art, famously including Gustav Klimt's masterpiece, 'The Kiss'.

Burggarten

Once the private garden of the Emperor, the Burggarten is now a popular public park adjacent to the Hofburg. It is home to a famous monument to Mozart and the Palmenhaus, a beautiful Art Nouveau glasshouse containing a cafe and the Imperial Butterfly House.

Central Cemetery (Zentralfriedhof)

One of the largest cemeteries in the world, the Zentralfriedhof is known for its vast size, Art Nouveau architecture, and the graves of many famous personalities. A special section, the 'Ehrengraber', is dedicated to composers like Beethoven, Brahms, Schubert, and Strauss.

Danube Island (Donauinsel)

A long, narrow artificial island between the Danube and the New Danube, created for flood protection. It has developed into a popular recreational area for swimming, cycling, and skating, and hosts the massive, free Donauinselfest music festival each summer.

Danube Tower (Donauturm)

Standing at 252 meters, the Donauturm is Austria's tallest structure, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the city and the Vienna Woods. The tower features a rotating restaurant and cafe, providing a unique dining experience.

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