6/23/2023 0 Comments Vienna must see![]() ![]() Looshaus was the total opposite of all the other buildings that followed historicism and ornaments that were used commonly. ‘House without eyebrows’ that is what locals called this building by. This 12th-century Gothic cathedral consists of large columns, an impressive 2,30,000 glazed tile roof, and the massive chimed bell making it a treasure of the city. tower to observe the outstanding views the Vienna city offers. Stephen’s Cathedral, StephansplWien, Austria | Places to visit in ViennaĬlimbing 343 steps would not sound too much when you end up atop the 500 ft. The Postal Savings Bank © The Postal Savings Bank © The Postal Savings Bank ©en./ 8. This project is counted amongst other notable works in Art Nouveau style by architect Otto Wagner. With little to no decoration, it stands out majorly for its central hall that has a curved glass roof. The Postal Savings Bank broke the tradition by introducing material, structure, and function as the main principles of architecture design. The Postal Savings Bank, Georg-Coch-PlWien, Austria Hundertwasserhaus ©en. Hundertwasserhaus ©en. Hundertwasserhaus ©en. 7. An odd-looking structure does not feel that odd when the colorful exterior gets mixed with luscious green spread all over making it an important part of the cultural heritage of Vienna and a point that attracts thousands. Hundertwasserhaus was a concept by artist Friedensreich Hundertwasser that came in the 20th century, also known as nature and human-friendly block. Hundertwasserhaus, Kegelgasse 36-38, 1030 Wien, AustriaĪ rooftop with shrubs and more than 200 trees houses 52 apartments underneath all being of different colors from the exterior. Imperial Palace of Schonbrunn © Imperial Palace of Schonbrunn © Imperial Palace of Schonbrunn ©6. However, the grandeur of this palace does not edge to this, the complex also includes Privy Garden, the world’s oldest zoo, labyrinth, and the stunning Gloriette. ![]() Schonbrunn wears gracefully the elements of Baroque architectural style. The magnificent palace consists of 1441 rooms and the 18th-century decorations in the interior. The Imperial Palace of Schonbrunn, Schönbrunner SchloßstrWien, Austria | Places to visit in Vienna Imperial Palace of Hofburg ©en. Imperial Palace of Hofburg ©en. Imperial Palace of Hofburg ©en. 5. Reflecting 700 long years of architecture history this colossal structure is a total must to visit in Vienna. Hofburg features a wealth of architectural styles, including Baroque, Rococo, Gothic, and Renaissance situated in the middle of Vienna. The palace dates back to the 13th-century and comprises luxury restaurants, lively cafes, lush green gardens, and the well-known Spanish riding school. Hofburg Imperial Palace runs over 59 acres of land with a group of 18 wings having 2600 rooms accompanied by 19 courtyards. The Imperial Palace of Hofburg, Michaelerkuppel, 1010 Wien, Austria However, the brick façade and beautiful metallic dome roof seemed difficult to destroy, and hence, a new interior project was started in 1990 with renowned architects to restore these gasometers. In 1984 the city retired from the usage of gas and decided to shut it down. of gas containers provided the gas to street lamps of Vienna. Gasometer, Guglgasse 12, Vienna 1110 Austria | Places to visit in ViennaĪ group of four 90,000 cu.m. Wotrubakirche ©Wotrubakirche © Wotrubakirche ©3. The design floats in between art and architecture resulting in the creation of a jumbled brutal ensemble in the middle of a hill. Mayr fashioned the clay model to construct a walk-in concrete sculpture that was functional in use. ![]() The building is a real-life adaptation of one of the clay models sculpted by Wotruba. Designed by architect Fritz Mayr this structure is famously known as a project on the sculptor Fritz Wotruba’s life. 1, 1230 Wien, Austriaīuilt-in the mid-1970s, Wotruba church stands on the outskirts of Vienna. Church of Holy Spirit © Church of Holy Spirit © Church of Holy Spirit © 2. An example of Art Nouveau style denotes a milestone by clearing the way for reinforced concrete being used in monumental buildings. Church’s crypt is the most revolutionary of all displaying angular and cubist capitals, and slender columns also made in concrete. It has proved to be radical with its poured-in-place concrete technique used both in the exterior and the structure. Church of Holy Spirit, HerbststrWien, Austria | Places to visit in Viennaĭesigned by Otto Wagner’s student, Jože Plečnik it shows the reinterpretation of church designs by introducing shared religious experience. Let’s get into this scenic central European city by looking at this list that will certainly awestruck you on your trip to Austria. ![]()
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