SALZBURG - AUSTRIA |
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Salzburg (population 145,000 in 2003) is a city in western Austria and the capital of the federal state of Salzburg (population 520,000 in 2003). The geographic coordinates of Salzburg are 47.81 degrees north, 13.04 degrees east.
The city is regarded for its baroque architecture, extensive history, and as a gateway to the Alps. |
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Tourist Attractions
Salzburg is considered a tourist favourite, with the number of tourists
seemingly outnumbering locals by a large margin in peak times.
Skiing is a key attraction during Winter. Salzburg itself has no skiing
facilities, but it acts as a gateway to many skiing areas to the south.
During the Winter months it receives a huge quantity of charter flights from
around Europe.
The baroque old town, with highlights including the Salzburg Cathedral, and
the Mirabell Garden.
The Salzkammergut is an area of lakes in the Salzburg state, east of the
city, that is well regarded.
The Untersberg is next to the city, stradding the German-Austrian border and
on a clear day provides panoramic views of the city and the alps.
Eagle's Nest, Hitler's retreat, is in nearby Berchtesgaden, and a short
distance away. |
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