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Introduction
Salzburg is located in the so-called Salzburger Becken (Salzburg Basin), on the northern border of the Alps, surrounded by the Kapuzinerberg (636m), the Mönchsberg (508m) and the Gaisberg (737m). Although there are official districts, not all... Continue reading »
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History
The city's beginnings The city of Salzburg, the capital of the province of the same name, defines Austria's culture, fine arts and history. Findings in the surroundings of the Hallein district have led archaeologists to believe that there... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
As a city that draws most of its annual profits from tourism, Salzburg offers myriad accommodation possibilities in all price ranges, sometimes depending on where you want to stay. Altstadt and Rechte Altstadt The districts of Altstadt... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
Anyone who starts to explore Salzburg gastronomically will come across a host of cafes in the Altstadt (Old Town), good restaurants, and a number of beautiful beer gardens. Cafes and Coffee Houses There are only two places that fall int... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
As Salzburg is world-famous for its festivals of theater, opera and classical music, there is a general emphasis on such events throughout the year. Besides the main festival in summer, there's a series of events around Easter and Whitsun, an... Continue reading »
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Tours
Salzburg's historic town center, which covers an area of half a kilometer, is of unparalleled architectural splendor. Undoubtedly, the best way to explore the Old Town (Altstadt) is on foot; nearly the whole of the Old Town is a pedestrian zo... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There: By Air: The Salzburg's W.A. Mozart Airport (+43 662 858 0251 / http://www.salzburg-airport.com) is located two miles southwest of the city center. The airport has regularly-scheduled domestic and international flights fro... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Salzburg Country: Austria Salzburg by the Numbers: Population: 150,000 Elevation: 1410 feet / 424 meters Average Annual Rainfall: 52 inches / 132 centimeters Average January Temperature: 30 degrees F / -1 degrees C Averag... Continue reading »
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Introduction
The geographic borders of this lofty province in the high Alps might appear to be the work of a mapmaker gone haywire, but actually they follow the dictates of nature over those of man. Craggy mountains, deep valleys, winding rivers, lakes, a... Continue reading »
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Introduction
A baroque city on the banks of the Salzach River, Salzburg is the beautiful capital of Land Salzburg. This former site of the Roman town of Juvavum is set against a pristine mountain backdrop. The city and the river were named after the early... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
Salzburg is only a short distance from the Austrian-German frontier, so it's convenient for exploring many of the nearby attractions in Bavaria. On the northern slopes of the Alps, the city is at the intersection of traditional European trade... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
American Express -- The office, located at Mozartplatz 5-7 (tel. 0662/8080), adjacent to Residenzplatz, is open Monday to Friday 9am to 5:30pm and Saturday 9am to noon. Babysitters -- Arrangements can be made through Hilfswerk Salzburg, Kl... Continue reading »
Salzburg Travel Experiences
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Salzburg
Sunday. I’ve had trouble using my laptop for internet use here at our hotel in Salzburg, so I’m posting yesterday’s and today’s report th... Continue reading »
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Day Two
Well after going to bed so early and being so exhausted after day one I awoke early Thursday morning ready to really explore. The sun was... Continue reading »
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Salzburg- The Hills are Alive
When I first found out that I was going abroad, I coordinated a few trips with my closest friends from home Nicole and Brent who are both... Continue reading »
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The Hills Are Alive With The Sound of Mozart
Wednesday, August 2, 2006I arrived expecting to see the Von Trapp children singing on tabletops and skipping down the streets of Salzburg... Continue reading »
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Salzburg—The City of Mozart
Salzburg, Austria has got to be one of the cleanest cities in Europe. In spite of all the “messy tourists” who regularly visit this place... Continue reading »
Popular Salzburg Hotels
- Hotel Goldener Hirsch
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