An amazing city, with a striking setting nestled between the two mountains Kapuzinerberg and Mönchsberg and the River Salzach is the Salzburg city. It takes pride in its wonderful architecture and a wealth of museums, galleries, theatres, cafés and restaurants. Salzburg is a charming city withsmall, picturesque colorful town houses, affluent castles and palaces,and a large number of churches and monasteries. The founding of the city dates back to the year 696 when the missionary St. Rubert arrived in this area and established the Benedictine Monastery of St. Peters. The town merged into an independent church state, under the rule of the Archbishop.

Salzburg city is the home and birthplace for the famous musician Mozart and even called as the city of music, with a long history for a popular venue among musicians. Salzburg is one of the best tourist spots in Europe for its wintry mountains, striking architecture, euphoric festivals, winding rivers and mysterious charm. The city is the fourth largest city of Austria, which has found a place in the UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1997. The city hosts the annual cultural Festival Salzburger Festspiele, during which number of operas, concerts and theatrical plays, ranging from classical to contemporary styles take place. Not only tourists, but also the city draws students with home to three major universities. Many students from around the world enroll at one of the many different schools every year in the city. The needs of accommodation for the visitors are met with excellent hotels in Salzburg.

The enthralling city of Salzburg has successfully retained its charm and character over the centuries. A travel is a fun holiday for tourist from all over the world. The beautiful built churches, enchanting natural beauty has given the city the name “Rome of North”. During the stay in the city, a visit to the breathtaking sight of the Baroque spires of the old town, overlooked by the Festung Hohensalzburg, is worth visiting. The 17th-century Schloss Hellbrunn, built, as a summer residence by Bishop Marcus Sitticus is an unforgettable experience. Some of the other places are the Hellbrunn Zoo, the piece-de resistance, the famous trick fountains, the hilltop fortress and spectacular ice caves of Werfen.

Salzburg is a holiday destination, which is both popular in summers and winters as well. Millions of visitors from all over the world love Salzburg and include in their holiday plan when visiting Austria. The city has plenty of hotels well equipped with all modern amenities. The city comprises variety of luxury, deluxe, and budget hotels, one can choose the place of accommodation according to one’s requirement and budget. For an ultimate experience, visit Salzburg, the ornate jewels of Austria. Come, and fall in love with this beautiful city.

Nancy Eben is an associate editor of http://www.stayresaustria.com

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