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The most interesting travel itineraries in Russia: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Russian province, Novgorod, Karelia, Trans-Siberian and more -- WayToRussia.Net Guide to Russia Choose your destination: - Moscow - St. Petersburg - Trans-Siberian - Baikal Lake - Siberian Cities - More destinations... Made by Travelers from Russia for Travelers Worldwide >> WayToRussia.Net / What Is Russia / Russia Travel Itineraries what is russia introduction history itineraries myths & truths russian language russian art russian women guide to russia what is russia practicalities transportation russian visa business guide destinations talk lounge life in russia travel services apartment rent accommodation airline tickets train tickets visa support transfer / taxi tours extra services our team Russia Travel Itineraries and Hightlights contents: the big cities - russian province (golden ring) - northern russia - trans-siberian - siberia - far east -- your message For your convenience, you can open a map of European Russia and a map of Asian Russia in another window. The Two Capitals The most often traveled destinations in Russia are Moscow and St. Petersburg, the two great and very different cities. Moscow is the capital of Russia, vibrant and at the same time tranquil, an exaggerated version of everything you can get in Russia, as if conforming the quality of Russian character to push everything to extreme. St. Petersburg is a beautiful city of channels and impressive architecture, is completely untypical Russian city. Being the closest Russian city to Europe St.Petersburg expresses everything European Russia has to offer, but in a unique and a strange way mixing with old traditions. For those, who want to escape the busy life of the big cities, there are many small towns around Moscow (Sergiev Posad, Kolomna, Tver, Tula) and around St Petersburg (Petrodvorets, Pushkin, Zelenogorsk, Vyborg), which can give you the 'taste' of provincial life. The best time to visit the both cities is, perhaps, May, June, September, Januar and February. In May and June there are many things happening in both cities: carnivals, exhibitions, concerts, and other special events. Besides, people are happy that the colds and snows are gone and prepare to enjoy short four months of heat. In the end of June - beginning of July St. Petersburg becomes a really special place: there's daylight all day long. This period is called "White Nights" and is definitely worth seeing. In September , many people have just came back from the holidays and are relaxed and in a good mood. It means more parties and more people outside. Also, autumn is one of the most beautiful periods in Russia: yellowish and red trees, sunny weather, cool winds and the mood of change. People want to have as much fun as possible outside, before the colds start. January and February are good because there's much snow, and the city looks magic. Both cities are covered with snow and look very beautiful, like in a fairytale. City dwellers are sitting in clubs, sipping 'hot' drinks, talking and listening to music. To me, Moscow is the most interesting and beautiful in that period. Russian Province For the real Russian province the Golden Ring trip is the best. The Golden Ring is the name for the trip that stretches about 200 kilometers north-east of Moscow and back. The trip goes through Vladimir, Suzdal, Ivanovo, Kostroma, Yaroslavl, Rostov Veliky, Pereslavl. Each of these seven cities gives a unique perspective on Russian provincial life – laid-back and full of unusual contrasts. The land where the ancient Russia has started, home to many beautiful churches and cathedrals you won't see elsewhere. The best time to go is, generally, anytime, only that the most of the cultural events are happening in the summer, but, at the same time, winter puts a special charm on these little towns. Northern Russia Northern Russia is all traditional that Russia has to offer. Between Moscow and St.Petersburg there's the old Russian town of Novgorod , our personal favourite. This is perhaps the oldest Russian town and it has retained the most 'Russian feel'. Novgorod and Novgorod region is the place with beautiful nature, marvellous white stone architecture (the oldest cathedral in Russia - St.Sofia), friendly and helpful people. Novgorod for us is like an ideal of what it can be like in Russian province. Go there anytime of the year, especially that it's only 3 hours from St. Petersburg by train. If you want an exotic outdoor adventure with a lot of historical and cultural background , and you don't want to get too remote, try to go to beautiful Karelia land, which is located to the northeast of St. Petersburg. There's beautiful nature in Karelia: splendid northern forests (taiga), mountain lakes and rivers. Also, there's a famous Solovki monastery and Kizhi museum of wooden architecture. Besides, Karelia is rich with the history of Finn-Ugor and Slavic tribes that lived together on this land centuries before and at some places you can see prehistoric rock carvings and structures. We will soon put a guide to Karelia online, if you want to arrange a travel there now, or get some information, please, see our Karelia Tours section. Trans-Siberian Trip One of the famous Russia's gems and mysteries is Siberia land. Siberia is the same distance from Moscow as France, for example. But thanks to the Trans-Siberian railway it's not so inaccessible as it could be. Trans- Siberian railway stretches east from Moscow to Ural, Western Siberia (Novosibirsk), Eastern Siberia (Irkutsk and Baikal lake). Then one branch goes around Mongolia to China and is called Trans-Manchurian railway, and the other branch goes through Mongolia (Ulan-Bataar) to China. The final destination for both is Beijing. Trans-Siberian is the longest railway in the world and probably one of the most interesting and tough: imagine riding in the train for six days seeing various landscapes pass in front of your eyes... Only this way one can see the transformation from West to East (or vice versa) smoothly and feel the distance and the land. Siberia Until recently, Siberia was closed to foreigners and was hard to get into. Now it's all changed: take a train along the Trans-Siberian and hop off where you want along the way. Perhaps, it's not so easy to travel around there, and industrial Siberian cities can by no means be interesting to stay in for more than a few days, but the beautiful and legendary Baikal lake and Altai mountains make the trip there surely worthwhile. Besides, the unique landscape and remoteness of the area provide inexpensive opportunities for the kind of outdoor activities that can't be performed elsewhere. Far East The Far East is the most remote area in Russia, closer to Alaska, than to Moscow. Only a few people went to Kamchatka peninsula, but those who did, came back mesmerized. The land of volanoes, geysers, beautiful view, the ocean, the nature unfolding itself in front of one's eyes is very seducing. Kamchatka was closed for a long time for the travelers, and remoteness of the area was a great obstacle too. Now it is still a very militarized place (there's a border with the US), and the main town - Petropavlovsk - is a typical Soviet concrete and dull place, but just a just few kilometers away there's the untouched volcanoe land stretching far north. Your Comments Please, leave your messages, comments, and questions in our Russia Talk Lounge Forums . Privacy Policy | Terms of Use © 2002-2005 Dmitri Paranyushkin, Celina Smith (photos) / WayToRussia.Net. All rights reserved. Ask Us a Question Feedback

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Spain Travel Guide @ TravelNotes.org Car Hire Cruises Flights Hotels Tours Vacations About Travel Notes™ Destinations Budget Travel Feedback Search Travel Forums Travel Writers Africa Asia Caribbean Europe Middle East North America South America Oceania Spain Spain Travel Guide @ TravelNotes.org Andalucia , Around Spain , Balearic Islands , Barcelona , Canary Islands , Costa Blanca , Costa Del Sol , Hotels in Spain , Ibiza , Madrid , Mallorca , Map of Spain , Spanish Culture , Spanish Fiestas , Spanish Language , Valencia , Y Viva Espaa . Round The World Flights - Free TravelNotes e-mail Flag of Spain It always seems there's a fiesta on, somewhere or other in Spain. As most of them are dedicated to one of the large list of Saints, mass usually precedes the processions and merriment. Local Currency Convert your currency into euro . Buy a Map of Spain Countries neighbouring Spain are: Gibraltar , Portugal , France and Andorra . Algeciras is also the sailing point for Morocco . National Anthem of Spain. Food Travel Fiction Health Kids Bios Humor Mags Software Gifts Tech Business Other Your Ad Here Travel Notes Mailing List News Headlines World News Directory of newspapers and news sources from around the world. Hotel City Search : Hotels in Spain Find and Book a Hotel in Spain Hotels in Spain by City : A Corua , Alicante , Barcelona , Benidorm , Bilbao , Cordoba , Granada , Ibiza , Lloret de Mar , Madrid , Mlaga , Marbella , Palma de Mallorca , Pamplona , Puerto de la Cruz , Salamanca , San Sebastin , Santiago de Compostela , Seville , Tarragona , Tossa de Mar , Valencia , Vigo , Zaragoza . Popular Regions in Spai n : Andalusia , Balearic Islands , Canary Islands , Costa Blanca y Costa Clida , Costa Brava , Costa de Almera y Tropical , Costa de la Luz , Costa del Azahar y Valencia , Costa del Sol , Costa Dorada , Gran Canaria , Ibiza , Lanzarote , Mallorca , Tenerife . Y Viva Espaa Spain has been a favourite playground of British, Dutch, and German tourists who escape the dreary climates of their own countries for some summer sun by the sea, with copious quantities of sex, and sangria stirred in for good measure. Quite a cocktail for the 18-30 crowd. For the culturally inclined there is plenty of that too. Hemingway made bullfighting popular in America literature, but these are all clichs. Of course you'll want to have paella on the coast, and Spain wouldn't be the same without a little flamenco dancing and intricate guitar. After a few days, you'll even be an expert on the castanets yourself. Several regions in Spain have kept a separate identity, culturally and linguistically. These include the Basques around the Bay of Biscay; the Galicians in north-western Spain; and the Catalans of north-eastern Spain. The nomadic Spanish Gypsies, Gitanos, are a separate ethnic group. Spanish Culture The Roman Catholic religion has played an important part in Spanish life and culture. Spanish painters have contributed greatly to the global work on display in museums around the world. Among the most famous are El Greco, Diego Velzquez, Francisco Goya, Salvador Dal, and the prolific Pablo Picasso. Visit the Prado, in Madrid, for works by El Greco, Velzquez, Bartolom Estban Murillo, Goya, Botticelli, Titian, and Rembrandt. The National Museum of Modern Art, also in Madrid, concentrates on Spanish painting after 1800. And of course the new Guggenheim Museum opened in Bilbao on October 18th, 1997. There are 19 galleries in the building; considered something of a work of art in itself. Madrid Madrid : The capital of Spain lies in the middle of the Castillian plain, 646 metres above sea level. Madrid Airport : Transportation to and from Madrid/Barajas airport and other useful information about the terminal itself. Walks of Madrid : If you're looking for a long night of adventure in the capital of Spain this original tour premise will help you and your friends party in places that are hard to find, or difficult to get into, even for Madrileos themselves. Barcelona In Barcelona , the official languages are Catalan and Castilian with Catalan written, read and spoken by the majority of Barcelona's population. Barcelona : Barcelona is Spain's second largest city, and the capital of the Catalonian Region. Barcelona City Council : Visit Barcelona City Council's tourism section for a presentation of the city and essential tourist information for visitors to Barcelona. Getting Around Barcelona Barcelona's main train station is called Estacio-Sants. Barcelona City Map : This interactive map of Barcelona helps locate streets and places of interest around the city. The information database is only available in Catalan though. Barcelona -- Public Transportation : How to move around Barcelona by public transport and suggested tourist routes to take in major sights. Dictionary of Barcelona Street Names : (With Maps) These are names which not only guide us through the city but which also have gathered many memories which reflect a good part of our history. To delve into the memories of a city leads to a greater affinity with it, as much for those who live in it as for those who visit, virtually or not. Las Golondrinas : Take a boat trip around the port and coastal area of Barcelona and see the city from another angle. Barcelona Attractions Barcelona Aquarium : Barcelona's Oceanarium is a synthesis of the Mediterranean sea. Despite being regarded as a poor ocean due to its lack of nutrients (oligotrophy), the Mediterranean harbours a wide range of ecosystems and species. Get up close to sharks, rays and sunfish, with over four million of litres of sea water over your head. Buses : 14, 17, 19, 36, 38, 40, 45, 57, 59, 64, 91, 100. Metro : L3 Drassanes station and L4 Barceloneta station. Barcelona Experience : Offers tailor-made personal Barcelona tours and city breaks by people actually living in Barcelona. Barcelona Nightlife Guide : There's so much to do in Barcelona at night, there's a whole website dedicated to what to do and where to go when the sun goes down. Barcelona Tour Guides : Local regulations require a licence to practise as a tour guide in Barcelona. Only licensed guides may guide you openly at the sights and places of interest and even walk you past the waiting lines. Barcelona Zoo : Barcelona Zoo is set in a magnificent garden over 100 years old, covering 13 hectares of Ciutadella Park and containing a collection of some 7,500 individual animals belonging to more than 400 species from all over the world. Buses : 14, 39, 41, 42, 141. Metro : Barceloneta, Arc de Triomf, Ciutadells-Vila Olmpica. FC Barcelona : A visit to the Nou Camp is a must for football (soccer) fans visiting Barcelona. Fira de Barcelona : Full list of tourist fairs, salons and forthcoming shows and exhibitions taking place in Barcelona. Poble Espanyol : The Poble Espanyol offers visitors the chance to get to know all seventeen autonomous communities of Spain through handicraft markets, cultural displays, samples of food and folk shows. Barcelona Culture Gaudi and Barcelona : A place for people who love art, architecture, Barcelona, Spain, and the work of Catalan architect, Antonio Gaudi. Accommodation in Barcelona Barcelona Hostels : Budget accommodation in Barcelona. Barcelona Hotel Guide : Hotels in Barcelona to suit your budget. Barcelona Apartments For longer stays in Barcelona you may consider renting an apartment. They can often work out cheaper than hotels, especially if there are three of four of you in the apartment. Apartment Passeo de Gracia : Charming apartment situated in the very centre of Barcelona, on the intersection of the two main city's avenues. Passeo de Gracia is the city's most beautiful street, and Diagonal is its longest one. Price : Around €700 a week. Apartment Vila Olympica : Luxurious apartment situated in Vila Olympica, one of the most prestigious parts of the city centre -- 2 minutes walk from the beach. Safe neighbourhood with shopping and recreation centres, restaurants, cinemas, walking and hiking paths. Metro and bus station close by. Price : Around €1,000 a week. Barcelona Rentals : Barcelona apartments for rent on a daily or weekly basis. Happy Apartments Barcelona : If you're looking for cheap accommodation in a great location, try this selection of self-catering, holiday apartments - very near to places of tourist interest in Barcelona and ideal for big groups and family travel. Valencia Valencia is Spain's third largest city; a city of some three hundred bell towers, medieval cathedral and former palaces. According to legend, the Holy Grail is the chalice from which Jesus drank during the Last Supper and is presently kept in Valencia's Cathedral. Valencia's Holy Grail, one of a dozen claimed to be the original, was used by Pope John Paul II during the 1992 Papal visit to Valencia. Just 350km from the two most important Spanish cities, Madrid and Barcelona, Valencia is easily accessible from either of them... or you could base yourself at the centre of the Spanish Mediterranean coast, opposite the Balearic Islands, and easily travel to both of them. Turis Valencia : The Valencia Visitors and Conventions Bureau. Valencia 2007 : Valencia hosts the America's Cup in 2007, making the Spanish port the first European venue since 1851 to stage sailing's oldest tournament. Valencia Online : Packed with useful tourist information to help travellers get the most out of their visit to Valencia. Valencian Institute of Modern Art : Attached to the Council of Culture, Education and Sport of the Regional Government of Valencia, the IVAM presents over 25 exhibitions a year, in the Centre Julio Gonzlez and the Sala de la Muralla. Walks in Spain : Travel to Valencia for a relaxing walking holiday. Each walk captures the essence of this varied part of Spain. Getting Around Valencia Metro Valencia : View the metro map of Valencia or plan the shortest route to your destination. Andalucia Andalucia , especially the coast area of Costa del Sol and Costa de la Luz is a beautiful region for golf. Andalucia has lots of historical places to visit like the Alhambra in Granada, or Cordoba and Seville. Tarifa is the best region for wind and kite surfing. Endless routes for mountain bikers and many other great possibilities. Sent in by : Costa Holidays Costa Holidays : Rent your Holiday Rentals in Andalucia by the owner directly and enjoy your Holidays in this beautiful southern part of Spain. Finca el Moro : Unique riding and walking holidays in rural Andalucia. Seville All Seville : Directory of information related to Seville. Seville : Expo 92 reinforced the image of Seville as a modern and dynamic city, but it has always been one of my favourite locations in Spain. There's something special about the Moorish influences in this city. Around Spain Bilbao : The Basque region has plenty of surprises. Canary Guide : Comprehensive guide to the seven Canary Islands: El Hierro, Fuerteventura, Gran Canaria, La Gomera, La Palma, Lanzarote and Tenerife. Caos de Meca : Located on the Southern coast of Spain, near the straight of Gibraltar. Close to the towns of Barbate and Zahara de los Atunes, the charm and magic of Los Caos is mostly concentrated in the area around the lighthouse and the cape of Trafalgar. Galicia : The tourist guide of Galicia is mainly in Spanish, though it does have some English sections. Malaga Web : Between the sea and the sierra, this part of Eastern Andalucia is well visited by tourists to the beaches of the Costa del Sol. Palma : They call Mallorca the Island of tranquillity; or isle of light and beauty. I guess the lights are from the discos, and the beauty the half naked girls. Anyway, outside of rave season the island does get some of it's tranquillity back. Pamplona : There is more to Pamplona than the running of the bulls. Located on the fertile plain of the river Arga, Pamplona is a city full of history and deep-rooted traditions. The streets and squares of its historic quarter still preserve a significant collection of monumental buildings dominated by its churches and medieval walls. The Pilgrim's Way : Follow the most popular routes used to travel to the holy place of Compostela, and the history behind its significance. Costa Del Sol Estepona : Estepona, western Andalusia, lies in the SW. of the province of Mlaga; on the shores of the Mediterranean. Festivals in Estepona : In Andalusia the "fiesta" forms an important part of one of its most deeply entrenched expressions, and nowhere is this more so than in Estepona. Eating out in Esteopna : Restaurants in and around Estepona. Marbella : Marbella has 27km of coastline divided into 24 beaches. Brunos Car Rental : 24 hrs free service Malaga and Gibraltar airports. Neptuno Car Hire : A variety of cars to choose from if you're holidaying in or around Alicante. Costa Blanca Alicante Tourism : The official site of the Alicante Municipal Tourism Board. Costa Blanca Tourism : The Provincial Tourist Board of the Costa Blanca is an autonomous organisation, part of the Alicante Provincial Council. Balearic Islands The main islands are Mallorca and Ibiza but the smaller Menorca and Formentera shouldn't be overlooked if you want something a little quieter. Menorca Attractions Menorca is a vast open-air museum with a wealth of diverse historical monuments. Of particular note are the Paleo-Christian basilicas and monuments from the Talayotic culture. Formentera Attractions Crystal clear waters and fine sands blend in with an atmosphere of relaxation and tranquillity to make a visit to Formentera an attractive option to get away from it all. Ibiza Ibiza is now world famous. What many don't know, is that beyond the glittering club scene and the never-ending parties, there is one of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean just waiting to be discovered. Our tip is to hire a car, arm yourself with a detailed island map, brush up on a few Spanish phrases and go out exploring! There is a great deal more to Ibiza than just what you have seen on the television. Sent in by : Ibiza Spotlight . Ibiza Beaches : If you've spent all night in the Ibiza clubs, these are some of the beaches you might want to chill out on in the late afternoon. Ibiza Restaurants : This is the very first comprehensive Internet guide to the best restaurants on the Mediterranean island of Ibiza. Ibiza Spotlight : Colourful and informative guide to holidays on Ibiza -- in English, German and Spanish. Where to Stay in Ibiza Ibiza Accommodation : A small selection of places to stay around Ibiza. Ibiza Hotels : Listing hotels around Ibiza, with links to individual websites. Ibiza With Spirit : Find out the kind of accommodation you are looking for, the people you would like to meet, the things you may like to do. Then, when you come, wherever you come from, you will land as if you had lived there before. Miscellaneous Ibiza Ibiza in Pictures : Norbert is a German who has visited Ibiza at least 20 times and has a large gallery of nightlife pictures as well as information about the island, its beaches and club scene. Ibiza Nautica : Marine directory for Ibiza and Formentera. Mallorca Eating out in Mallorca can often be a frustrating experience. While there are many fine restaurants that provide traditional style Mallorcan food, there are also many tourist traps. CosyToes Babysitting Services : If you're enjoying the sun with the children and want to enjoy the nightlife in Mallorca without them, this company provides uniformed nannies to keep an eye on the kids until you return. Info Mallorca : An initiative by the Mallorca Island Council and Local Information Technology Consortium of Mallorca to offer a cultural, procedural and tourist agenda for all Mallorca's institutions to visitors. Magalluf and Palma Nova : Magalluf and Palma Nova are two bustling resorts offering a wide choice of activities for holidaymakers of all ages ... it isn't just for the young as many people believe. Mallorca For Brits : For over 30 years Majorca has been the most popular holiday destination in the Mediterranean for the British tourist. A combination of both outstanding natural beauty and professional tourist care will ensure that it's popularity will continue well into the future. Mallorca Web : Mallorca's search engine with Mallorca news, web directory, Mallorca map, diary of exhibitions, forum, postcards, hotels, apartments, bars and restaurants. Santa Ponsa : Santa Ponsa, on the south-west coast of Mallorca, is a thriving and busy holiday resort. This site is dedicated exclusively to the resort. Accommodation in Mallorca Posada de Lluc : Originally a retreat for monks and their students, who went there to rest after visiting the monastery at Lluc, this medieval town house - offering eight different bedrooms and a pleasant garden with swimming pool - was transformed into a quality hotel in 2002. Located in Pollena; in the north east of Mallorca, 52 km from Palma. Canary Islands Lanzarote Csar Manrique -- A Man And His Island : Eric Gray looks at the life of Lanzarote's renowned painter, sculptor, architect, landscape artist, urban designer and campaigning environmentalist. Lanzarote Island : Lanzarote is the most eastern island of the Canarian archipelago, north of Fuerteventura and some 125km away from the African coast. Playa Blanca : A 9km bay, on the southern part of Lanzarote, shelters three bays which in turn contain smaller bays. Together, they stretch from the lighthouse at Pechiguera Point in the west to Papagayo Point in the east. Tenerife Tenerife Sun : Located off the north coast of Africa, Tenerife is a sub-tropical paradise that offers something for everyone. To the south of the island the ever popular resorts of Playa de Las Americas and Los Cristianos are basked in year round sunshine, whilst the north of the island is a lush green tropical paradise of banana plantations, palm trees and flowers. Spanish Fiestas Si Spain : Check out the Fiestas when you travel to Spain, and much more. Very few people know that the most crazy street party in Madrid takes place on the 14th and 15th of August. It is "La Virgen de la Paloma" and the centre can be found at El Almendro St. Sent in by : Walks of Madrid . Spanish Language Language Schools : If you want to learn Spanish in Spain, or Latin America , then this directory might be of help. Learning Spanish : This free online tutorial includes written and oral exercises in some 50 separate topics. Europe Travel Forum : From Albania to Vatican City, Scandinavia to the Mediterranean, Europe is culturally eclectic and full of lavish history. Join us in the travel forums if you have a question about Europe or would like to share your experiences about travelling or living in Europe. The Internet TravelNotes.org Exploring Spain Flight Tickets : Save money on Round The World flight tickets. 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Travel to Magical Austria: Tours, Hotels, Attractions and Culture AUSTRIA Places to Stay in Austria Austria Tours & Travel Attractions, Culture, and more... FIND THE PERFECT PLACES TO STAY IN AUSTRIA Contrary to popular perpections Austria is not all about mountains. In fact, the Alps only occupy about half of the country. A diverse mix of landscapes is packed into a relatively small area. Glaciers, meadows, alpine valleys, wooded foothills, gently rolling farmland, vineyards, river gorges, plains and even semi-arid steppes can be found in magical Austria. MOST POPULAR DESTINATIONS... VIENNA HOTELS Austria's capital Vienna spreads along both sides of the 'Blue' Danube at the very foothills of the Alps. The city is a smorgasbord of Baroque and art nouveau ... SALZBURG HOTELS Salzburg is dubbed the 'Rome of the North' because of its many churches. It is a compact town easy to get around on foot. Salzburg is packed with attractions ... INNSBRUCK HOTELS Many visitors are drawn to Innsbruck by the renown created by the Winter Olympics, which as a result offers a great infrastructure for winter sports fans ... GRAZ HOTELS The name Graz is derived from the Slovenian word for castle. Graz was built around the Schlossberg. The first mention of it under its present name was in 881 ... SEEFELD HOTELS Seefeld is a village in the Tirol province of Austria. It is a popular destination for walking holidays in the summer, and winter sports in winter. The village has existed for centuries ... ALL AUSTRIA HOTELS TOURS & TRAVEL TO GET THE MOST OUT OF YOUR HOLIDAY TO AUSTRIA MOST POPULAR TOURS IN AUSTRIA ... VIENNA TOURS The Ringstrasse is known for such magnificent buildings as the Museum of Applied Arts, State Opera House, Museum of Fine Arts and Natural History ... SALZBURG TOURS In Salzburg , visit wonderful sights including Mirabell Palace, Mozarteum School of Music, Marionette Theatre, County Theatre, House where Mozart lived ... VIENNA AT NIGHT There is no better way to experience a city than by night! Feel the pulse of the nocturnal life and admire the spectacular city lights from the Danube Tower ... PLAYS IN SALZBURG Let the marionettes take you on a journey which begins begins on Christmas Eve as the guests of President Stahlbaum gather for the festivities ... GRAZ TOURS Travel back to where the simple things in life are the most comforting - a place where excellent wines are referred to as 'a good drop' ... ALL AUSTRIA TOURS EXPLORE THE CULTURE AND ATTRACTIONS OF AUSTRIA One quarter of of Austria's population lives in Greater Vienna, located where the Danube meets the easternmost fringe of the Alps, not far from the boarder to Slovakia. Virtually all government, financial and cultural institutions, as well as national media and large corporations are based in Vienna. Thus, the capital dominates Austria's cultural and political life. Schloss Schonbrunn (Schonbrunn Palace or Schonbrunn Castle) in Vienna is one of the most important cultural monuments in Austria and since the 1860s has also been one of the major tourist attractions in Vienna . In the 20th century the palace was used several times for important events such as the historical meeting between John F. Kennedy and Nikita Khrushchev in the year 1961. ... read more ALL INTEREST Top of Page | Places to Stay in Austria | Things to Do in Austria | Links | Site Map | Contact Us AUSTRIA Places to Stay in Austria Austria Tours & Travel Attractions, Culture, and more... Austria Travel Guides Austria Posters & Prints See Also: Czech Republic Germany Switzerland