Salzburg: The City of Mozart
So I have described Salzburg quite a number of times in my previous sojourns. In fact, in my last post only I described the Residenzplatz, which is the central square of the city. Salzburg is a magical place; and the combination of Renaaisance and Baroque architecture has made it earn the name 'German Rome'. Also the most famous son of this city is Wolfgang Albert Mozart, who had enchanted the whole world with his music!
We were famished from the long journey and our next stop in the main city was at a restaurant. I ordered a chicken schnitzel and it came with mashed potatoes which my vegetarian husband loved. Then we took a picture outside Mozart's birthplace and proceeded towards the Mirabell Palace.
The commonest fact about these exquisite European structures is that they all need tickets to enter. And if you are a regular reader, then you must be familiar with our penchant for free guides. We typically skip the museums (because we are always on time crunch) and explore the reception and the points that can be toured ticket less. If it's a ticketed Cathedral, we take pictures from outside. The only places which we love paying for are the castles and palaces. And in Salzburg, there are several. Here, we chose to enter and explore the Mirabell Palace.
The Mirabell Palace like the Nymphenberg palace, Hofburg Palace, Schronbun etc, is vastly huge and exqiusite. Saying that the gardens are marvellous is an understatement. I mean I had never seen any floral landscaping this damn perfect. I wish I could freeze the gardens forever! The gardens are free to explore. Mirabell is a woman’s name from Italy, a compilation of two words: mirabile "admirable" and bella "beautiful". No wonder it's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Built in 1606, it's a jaw dropping site!
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There were many other things to explore and we walked around till it was dark. The Fortress Hohensalzburg could be seen from a distance as it was situated on a hill. We had to reach Oberndorf that evening so we didn't dilly dally too long.
Salzburg is a compact historical city with a lot of things to explore. It should be definitely on your Austrian itinerary.
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13 comments
I had heard of Mozart's place of Birth but did not know it was such a beauty. It's a pity that we cannot see the insides of the Mirabelle palace with its well-maintained beautiful gardens. Also, it seems one needs to walk around quite a bit and that can be a task when you are time challenged.
ReplyDeleteThat was a short and sweet one Mandira... beautiful place! What's the legend behind the lock and key there?... is it like the Paris one for couples? I absolutely loved the pic of you in front of Mirabell palace... stunning!!! foreground n background both!😊 n I can't agree with u more, the flowers are manicured exceptionally.
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You always mesmerize me with your travelogues as I get to know about something new from every post. I will be glad if you can share more information about the Mirabell palace and near about places of visit. The photographs are so fabulously fantastic and I feeling like being there right away. Thank you so much for such wonderful travel blog
ReplyDeleteIt is so pretty and well maintained. I have heard of the symbolism of lock and key in Salzburg. You are right. It is a compact city that packs so much.
ReplyDeleteWow, to actually see Mozart's home, that's an awesome treat.And you are right, we do like to save money and see more free spots. The garden of Mirabella Palace surely looks fabulous. I hope I get to see Europe too.
ReplyDeleteI like the love lock place, the clicks are awesome. I love the gardens its so beautiful and vibrant. Nice share.
ReplyDeleteIt's so picturesque. Would love to visit Mozart's birthplace. The lock thing, we have different versions of it all over the world. The concept remains the same.
ReplyDeleteAs usual....a wonderful post and wow! amazing pics!!
ReplyDeleteHeritage sites, beautiful pictures, you flaunting your travel with a detailed post is truly rocking. More joyful travelling to you.
ReplyDeleteYour travel posts are a treat and the photos always compliment the blog. Keep traveling & keep sharing!
ReplyDeleteI wish to visit the Love Lock Bridge too some day 😍
ReplyDeleteSuch vibrant pictures again! :) I write this comment always I guess but that's because I genuinely love the pictures you share. This time I will compliment your outfit colours in contrast with the place that you've visited. Stands out in a really good way! :)
ReplyDeleteI love Salzburg! It's also famous for The Sound of Music!
ReplyDeleteNoor