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Friday, 23 May 2025

Day 8 – Exploring Vienna: A City of Music and Majesty (05.7.1995 recollection}

 

                                                               Vienna 1995


After a restful night, we awoke in Vienna, the elegant capital of Austria, ready to explore a city that once ruled a vast empire and continues to charm with its imperial grandeur, classical music heritage, and café culture.



Our morning began with a guided panoramic tour, giving us a glimpse of Ringstrasse, Vienna’s famous circular boulevard. Along this grand road, we saw imposing landmarks like the State Opera House, Parliament, City Hall, and the grand Hofburg Palace — former residence of the Habsburg emperors.




We strolled through the historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where cobbled lanes, Baroque churches, and horse-drawn carriages created a timeless ambiance. The highlight for many was a visit to the St. Stephen’s Cathedral, with its colorful tiled roof and stunning Gothic spire.




In the afternoon, some of us opted for an optional visit to Schönbrunn Palace, the splendid summer residence of the imperial family. The palace interiors, with their ornate Rococo decor, and the beautifully landscaped gardens left a lasting impression.

As the sun began to set, Vienna’s musical soul came alive. We attended a delightful Mozart and Strauss concert at a local venue, where musicians in period costume transported us back to the 18th century with waltzes, polkas, and symphonic masterpieces.

Vienna enchanted us at every turn — elegant yet relaxed, imperial yet intimate — and left us dreaming of music and old-world charm.

Special thanks to Jess Ellis

Vienna in 48 Hours | What to Eat and Do in This Dreamy Austrian City

👉 Visit  YouTube channel here to explore more of his travel adventures!


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