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Read more about the article Beyond Schnitzel: A Culinary Adventure Through Vienna’s lesser known Delicacies

Beyond Schnitzel: A Culinary Adventure Through Vienna’s lesser known Delicacies

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  • Post published:11/03/2024
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Get to know Vienna's lesser-known Delicacies If you think Vienna's culinary scene begins and ends with schnitzel, think again! While the city's iconic breaded and fried veal cutlet is a…

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Read more about the article Kronprinzessin Stepanie Spital
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Kronprinzessin Stepanie Spital

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  • Post published:10/12/2023
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A hospital named after the crown princess of Belgium Vienna is a center for medicine. A history of medical studies that stretches back over 600 years. In some ways, Vienna…

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Read more about the article Wiener Blond- Secret Vienna Interview
Wiener Blond Secret Vienna Interview

Wiener Blond- Secret Vienna Interview

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  • Post published:03/03/2022
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The band Wiener Blond focuses on Viennese music and on a Viennese atmosphere. I’m sure that those of you – who have an interest in Viennese music – have heard…

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Read more about the article The story of the Museums Quartier
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The story of the Museums Quartier

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  • Post published:03/03/2022
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You must visit the Museums Quartier if you are into contemporary art! I am sure some of you have walked past or even visited Vienna’s Museums Quartier (MQ) before. Today…

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Freud Museum Secret Vienna | The Secrets of Sigmund Freud – Freud House Tour

Freud Museum in Vienna

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If you are interested in psychology, you should visit the Freud Museum! I am certain that some of you are familiar with Sigmund Freud, psychoanalysis and his theories about the…

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Read more about the article The beauty of old Vienna
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The beauty of old Vienna

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Travel back in time - Old Vienna Most of you know about our city’s history. About our traditions and the places, where we can still experience old Vienna. We at…

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Read more about the article Wiener Kriminalmuseum
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Wiener Kriminalmuseum

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Death, crime, and fires - Vienna's Kriminalmuseum I’m sure by now you’re more than familiar with Vienna’s obsession with death and eerily-beautiful stories. The ones that have visited our Wiener…

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Read more about the article 5 spots where you can enjoy coffee in Vienna
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5 spots where you can enjoy coffee in Vienna

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Here are 5 spot where you can enjoy coffee in Vienna Drinking coffee while enjoying the sun is one of our favourite pastimes, no matter the season (as long as…

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Read more about the article Mozart in Vienna – Celebrate the Arts
Mozart In Vienna – Celebrate The Arts

Mozart in Vienna – Celebrate the Arts

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If you are into classical music you have to visit the Mozart house! The Mozarthaus Vienna tells the story of Wolfgang Amadé Mozart’s life and work. It is located in…

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Jewish Museum Vienna

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The Jewish Museum Vienna is one of our absolute favourites, and I am sure you can imagine why. The museum gives an insight into Jewish history, culture, and religion, and…

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Read more about the article The story of Café Central
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The story of Café Central

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  • Post published:03/03/2022
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A place full of history and whispers of old times The Café Central, located just a street down from the Michaelerplatz. It was founded in 1867 and ever since it…

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Read more about the article Schildermaler Museum
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Schildermaler Museum

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An old tradition about to die out - the Schildermaler Museum Perhaps some of you may have heard of Vienna’s Schildermaler Museum before. Located in the Mühlgasse 7 in the…

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Read more about the article The Drugstore Museum in Vienna
Austria’s Drugstore Museum

The Drugstore Museum in Vienna

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Looking for a different museum? Visit the Drugstore Museum in Vienna! Located in Vienna’s 9th district, in the Währinger Straße 14, Austria’s Drugstore Museum has a long history, tracing back…

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Read more about the article Axel Flóvent and Plàsi
Axel Flóvent and Plàsi

Axel Flóvent and Plàsi

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  • Post published:03/03/2022
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There is something truly inspiring about the collaboration of Axel Flóvent and Plàsi. The two are about to tour Europe and also have a show planned in Vienna for the…

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Snow Globe Museum

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Vienna's Snow Globe Museum is definitely worth the visit! It was the year 1900 as Erwin Perzy created the first ever snow globe. His first design was the basilica Maria…

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Read more about the article Neidhart Saal
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Neidhart Saal

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Medieval relicts in the heart of the inner city - Vienna's Neidhart Saal Dating back to 1407 the frescos found in the Neidhart Saal tell stories inspired by songs of…

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Wiener Alltagspoeten

Wiener Alltagspoeten

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Vienna is undoubtedly famous for being one of the unfriendliest cities – our “Grant” (meaning anger/unfriendliness) is world famous and we are quite proud of it. Today, we want to…

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Read more about the article Vienna’s New Year’s concert
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Vienna’s New Year’s concert

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An internationally famous event - Vienna's New Year’s concert Without a doubt, most of you know about Vienna’s New Year’s concert. Every year the Vienna Philharmonic presents a program focused…

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Read more about the article Café Gerstner
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Café Gerstner

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Café Gerstner - a piece of old Vienna What started as a confectioner’s shop, is now one of our most cherished and traditional coffee houses in Vienna. The Café Gerstner…

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Coffee In Vienna

Coffee in Vienna

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What's the story of coffee in Vienna? When did the liquid gold find its way here? Vienna is famous for its coffee house culture. A one of a kind tradition…

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Read more about the article Café Frauenhuber
Café Frauenhuber Vienna

Café Frauenhuber

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Café Frauenhuber - one of Vienna's oldest coffee houses The Café Frauenhuber is one of Vienna’s oldest coffee houses. Its history traces back to the year 1891, the name is…

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Read more about the article The Gloriette in Schönbrunn Palace
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The Gloriette in Schönbrunn Palace

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Schönbrunn is always worth a visit, no matter the season. The Gloriette towers over the castle and the garden, a true eyecatcher full of history. As empress Maria Theresia ordered…

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Read more about the article The story of Cafe Korb
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The story of Cafe Korb

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Just like the Café Demel, the Café Korb is one of our traditional coffee houses, located in the first district. The place where the Café Korb is located is full…

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Read more about the article The story of Cafe Demel
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The story of Cafe Demel

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There’s no doubt that our beautiful city is internationally known for its coffee houses. Today I want to tell you more about the history of the “Demel” one of our…

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Read more about the article Antiquitäten Täuber
Antiquitäten Täuber

Antiquitäten Täuber

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Vienna has a deep connection to antiques, let it be furniture from Biedermeier times, engravings that show the city from different perspectives or jewellery. As you walk through the city’s…

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Read more about the article The tragic life of Sissi
The Tragic Life Of Sissi

The tragic life of Sissi

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Elisabeth, short Sisi or following the great movie- Sissi, is known all over the globe for her beauty, her tragic life story, and her death. The former empress of Austria…

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Read more about the article Karoline Traunwieser- the most beautiful woman in Vienna
Karoline Traunwieser The Most Beautiful Woman In Vienna

Karoline Traunwieser- the most beautiful woman in Vienna

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The most beautiful woman in Vienna in around 1814 If you’ve visited our blog in the past few weeks you have probably already picked up on her name, since she…

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Secret Vienna Saturday Tip Karlsplatz

Secret Vienna Saturday tip- Karlsplatz

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Karlsplatz- one of our favourite places in Vienna The Karlsplatz, now an important spot right in the middle of our city, once belonged to an area outside the city wall.…

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Interview With Marco Pogo

Interview with Marco Pogo- Secret Vienna

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  • Post published:03/03/2022
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It is hard to describe Marco Pogo with just one profession, he’s a singer, politician, beer brewer and doctor. His path into becoming a Viennese politician was paved by the…

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Alma Mahler-Werfel

The life of Alma Mahler-Werfel

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Let us tell you the story of one impressive woman - Alma Mahler-Werfel Alma Mahler-Werfel is a rather controversial woman. Her entourage described her as ‘femme fatale’. They saw her…

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Anna Sacher

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No matter if you’re from Vienna or if you plan to visit our city, you will stumble upon the name Sacher. This article will tell you more about Anna Sacher,…

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Read more about the article Emilie Kraus von Wolfsberg
Emilie Kraus von Wolfsberg

Emilie Kraus von Wolfsberg

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Learn more about Emilie Kraus von Wolfsberg - Napoleon's secret lover Emilie Kraus von Wolfsberg was born in 1785. Perhaps you have heard of her before, but her relationship with…

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Marie Wilt

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Fans of opera history have probably heard the name Marie Wilt before. Today I want to tell you more about the successful opera singer whose life ended with a tragic…

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Read more about the article Elisabeth Báthory – Vienna’s very own Dracula
Elisabeth Báthory – Vienna’s Very Own Dracula

Elisabeth Báthory – Vienna’s very own Dracula

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If there was one person you didn’t want to cross in the 16th century in Vienna, it probably would have been Elisabeth Báthory. We are starting the mysterious and dark…

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Read more about the article Vienna’s one and only witch-burning, the cruel case of Elisabeth Plainacher
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Vienna’s one and only witch-burning, the cruel case of Elisabeth Plainacher

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We are staying true to our October topic and since witches are an unmistakably important part of the Halloween celebrations, we will now delve deeper into the story of Vienna’s…

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Read more about the article Drunk Augustin and the plague pit
Der Liebe Augustin

Drunk Augustin and the plague pit

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Have you visited Augustin in the plague pit in Vienna? While strolling through Vienna’s first district you shouldn’t miss out on visiting the Griechenbeisl, a restaurant that can be found…

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Read more about the article The story of the Kahlenberg Cemetery
The Kahlenberg Cemetery

The story of the Kahlenberg Cemetery

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Have you ever visited the Kahlenberg Cemetery? Maybe after reading this you will! Would you think of cemeteries if somebody asked you to describe Vienna’s charm? Many tourists that come…

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Read more about the article The Catacombs of St. Stephen’s cathedral
St. Stephen’s cathedral Catacombs

The Catacombs of St. Stephen’s cathedral

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Have you visited the St. Stephen’s cathedral Catacombs already? Most of you have probably walked past or even stepped into the St. Stephen’s cathedral by now. You probably know that…

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The Karmelitermarkt

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The Karmelitermarkt is a spot filled with history! Have you ever wondered, if there are other must-visit markets in Vienna? Besides the Naschmarkt, Vienna is home to many street markets,…

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Read more about the article The Pompfüneberer
The Pompfüneberer

The Pompfüneberer

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Vienna's Pompfüneberer is a true celebrity! It’s no secret that Vienna has a very special obsession with death and rituals that circle around it. If you study the Viennese dialect,…

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The City Of Spies About Vienna’s History Of Espionage Vienna

The city of spies- about Vienna espionage

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Spies, a crime noir movie and a once forgotten theatre hall – Vienna espionage There is just something mysterious about spies and their talents to hide in places we’d never…

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Read more about the article The White Lady – Vienna’s ghost story
The White Lady Vienna’s Ghost Story

The White Lady – Vienna’s ghost story

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The ghost which kept the high and mighty on their toes Ghost stories take up a big chunk of Halloween traditions, no matter the age, supernatural beings are always fascinating.…

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Read more about the article May 1st and the Illuminati
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May 1st and the Illuminati

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May 1st and the Illuminati Happy International Workers Day! 🎉 In case you haven’t seen our previous May 1st story, we wanted to make sure you aren’t missing out another…

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Read more about the article Future Bus Tours- A new way to experience Vienna’s highlights
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Future Bus Tours- A new way to experience Vienna’s highlights

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When visiting Vienna, one of the best things you can do (Beside joining our secret walking tours of course…) is to take a bus tour and see Vienna’s highlights quickly…

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Read more about the article Austrian satirical writer and journalist- Moritz Gottlieb Saphir
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Austrian satirical writer and journalist- Moritz Gottlieb Saphir

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Moritz Gottlieb Saphir, writer, journalist and somewhat of a joker. Nowadays, comedy and satire writers are quite popular and are especially famous by those who aren’t the target of their…

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The Coronation Of Napoleon

The Coronation of Napoleon

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Napoleon - a very special kind of emperor. The magnificent church of Notre Dame in Paris was particularly full on the 2nd of December, 1804. Although it was a Sunday,…

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Read more about the article The success of Madame Tussaud- Part II
The Success Of Madame Tussaud

The success of Madame Tussaud- Part II

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Part two of our Madame Tussaud story Some days ago, we told you about the childhood and early career of Marie Grosholtz. She is famous as Madame Tussaud. While her…

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Read more about the article Happy birthday Madame Tussaud- Part I
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Happy birthday Madame Tussaud- Part I

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Madame Tussaud - the perfect place for a Vienna visit Have you visited the Madame Tussaud’s museum in Vienna already? Well, in any case, after reading this story you can…

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Read more about the article Happy Birthday Hedy Lamarr
Happy Birthday Hedy Lamarr

Happy Birthday Hedy Lamarr

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Happy Birthday Hedy Lamarr! She was one of Hollywood’s most beautiful actresses of her time. So beautiful in fact, that people couldn’t believe she was also an inventor who made…

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The Congress Of Carnuntum

The congress of Carnuntum

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Carnuntum, a must visit place for all lovers of ancient history! The Roman legionary camp of Carnuntum, located right between Vienna and Bratislava, had a great significance. Once one of…

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Read more about the article The battle of Dürnstein
The Battle Of Dürnstein

The battle of Dürnstein

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The long forgotten battle of Dürnstein When we think of a peaceful town where one can enjoy history, relax and disconnect from reality without getting too far from Vienna, we…

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Read more about the article Count Richard von Coudenhove-Kalergi
Count Richard Von Coudenhove Kalergi The Man Who Envisioned Europe United

Count Richard von Coudenhove-Kalergi

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Count Richard von Coudenhove-Kalergi- The man who envisioned Europe United Have you heard of Aoyama Eijiro? No? Well if you are interested in European politics, you might recognize his Austrian…

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Read more about the article Leopold Mozart- Wolfgang’s creator and tormentor
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Leopold Mozart- Wolfgang’s creator and tormentor

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Leopold Mozart, the man who made his son famous? Few days ago, on the 14th of November, we celebrated the birthday of Mozart! No, it wasn’t the birthday Wolfgang Amadeus…

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Read more about the article Grand Duke Leopold II. abolishes the death penalty
Grand Duke Leopold Abolishes The Death Penalty

Grand Duke Leopold II. abolishes the death penalty

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Leopold II. a man almost as famous as his mother Maria Theresia Leopold II, the third son of Maria Theresa and the brother of emperor Joseph II, was undoubtedly an…

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Read more about the article Die Wilde Wanda und andere gefährliche Frauen
Die Wilde Wanda Und Andere Gefährliche Frauen The Story Of 22 Female Criminals

Die Wilde Wanda und andere gefährliche Frauen

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22 female criminals and the Wilde Wanda There’s nothing better than a good crime book, especially one based on real stories. We have the privilege of having the author Sabine…

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Read more about the article Vesturo: Exclusive made-to-measure men’s fashion
Vesturo Exclusive Made To Measure Men’s Fashion

Vesturo: Exclusive made-to-measure men’s fashion

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Vesturo - made for men The bright vitrines of the shopping streets in large cities usually make an impression that the existing options let us buy anything we are searching…

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A History Of Quarantine

A History of Quarantine

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Quarantine - a modern phenomenon? Although we are all familiar with the concept, most of us have never experienced the kind of widespread quarantine measures that are currently sweeping across…

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The Plague Islands Of Venice

The Plague Islands of Venice

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Sickness, quarantines and death - The Plague Islands of Venice. We recently told you about where the word quarantine comes from. Since this is a topic we are all currently…

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Read more about the article Maria Antoinette and the Diamond Necklace
Maria Antonia And The Diamond Necklace

Maria Antoinette and the Diamond Necklace

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Marie Antoinette's fascinating diamond necklace Marie Antoinette is usually thought quintessentially French. Tied to the French Revolution, and famous for her “let them eat cake!” proclamation. Which she most likely…

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Read more about the article The lengths and depths of Viennese escalators
The Lengths And Depths Of Viennese Escalators

The lengths and depths of Viennese escalators

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Vienna's escalators - lengths and depths Everyday the residents of Vienna take the public transportation to work or to school. A large share of these commutes are taking place on…

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The Swedish Nightingale In Vienna

Jenny Lind

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Jenny Lind - also known as the Swedish Nightingale The ‘Swedish nightingale’, famed for her extraordinary voice. Jenny Lind was a Swedish opera singer who would find massive success touring…

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The Highs And Lows Of The Historical Sophiensäle Vienna

The Highs and Lows of the Historical Sophiensäle

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If you want to visit a place full of history, you have to visit the Sophiensäle! Large-scale fires are always shocking when they happen. Unfortunately every major city has an…

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Read more about the article The story of Christian Brandstätter

The story of Christian Brandstätter

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Christian Brandstätter - an icon of Austria's history In his “Memoirs”, Chancellor Metternich wrote “The men who create history have not time to write it – I at least had…

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The Life And Times Of Luzi Wuzi

The Life and Times of Luzi-Wuzi

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Luzi-Wuzi the quick-witted Archduke There are many scandals, secrets, and stories about the Habsburgs – some hearsay, some confirmed. One member of the Habsburg family was known as Archduke Ludwig…

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Read more about the article Grandchildren and heirs: W. Neuber’s Enkel & Carl Geyling’s Erben
Grandchildren And Heirs W. Neuber’s Enkel & Carl Geyling’s Erben

Grandchildren and heirs: W. Neuber’s Enkel & Carl Geyling’s Erben

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There aren’t many traditional druggists left in Vienna, but the few that remain have storied histories and a faithful clientele. One of these is W. Neuber’s Enkel. It has stood…

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The Story Of E. Braun & Co.

The story of E. Braun & Co.

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E. Braun & Co. - a traditional company dating back to the 1800s When walking along the Graben, you have most likely seen the famous clothing company H&M. And perhaps…

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The Story Of Helmut Portele

The story of Helmut Portele

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Helmut Portele - a special kind of collector Perhaps some of our readers collect things. Some people collect items such as stamps, books, coins etc. and these items would fit…

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Vienna’s Famous Kaiserbründl Sauna

Vienna’s famous Kaiserbründl sauna

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Kaiserbründl sauna - a place full of history Some weeks ago we told you about the Vienna Central Bath. Which is located in the heart of the first district. Known…

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Read more about the article The story of the Christian Brandstätter Verlag
The Story Of The Christian Brandstätter Verlag

The story of the Christian Brandstätter Verlag

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Christian Brandstätter - more than just a lover of Vienna If you are interested in “Vienna 1900” or Jugendstil, chances are you have come across books published by the Christian…

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Riding The ‘bim’, Vienna Style Tram

Riding the ‘bim’, Vienna style

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Vienna's bim Have you ever heard the Viennese refer to the tram, or Strassenbahn, as a “bim” and wondered what they were on about? Why call a tram a bim,…

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Read more about the article The story of the Widmertor
The Story Of The “widmertor”

The story of the Widmertor

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Remains of the old city walls - the Widmertor Walking around the city, perhaps we miss little details that have a lot of history. You can find one of these…

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Vienna Freyung Market

The Yearly Markets of Old

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Vienna's Yearly Markets Did you visit the Christmas markets in the past weeks? Vienna is of course well-known for them. People come from all over the world to visit them.…

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Read more about the article Where the Elites Bathed: Vienna’s Central Bath
Where The Elites Bathed Vienna’s Central Bath

Where the Elites Bathed: Vienna’s Central Bath

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Where the Elites Bathed - Vienna’s Central Bath Public pools and saunas are an indelible part of the Viennese cultural landscape. Be it summer or winter, the Viennese love a…

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Read more about the article The story of the Hosenträgerhaus
The Story Of The Hosenträgerhaus

The story of the Hosenträgerhaus

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Vienna's Hosenträgerhaus, a house full of history At the corner of the Universitätsstrasse and the Garnisongasse there is a house with a peculiar name. Hosenträgerhaus (literally the “suspenders haus”). The…

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The Story Of Friedrich Iii’s Tomb

The story of Friedrich III’s tomb

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Friedrich III and his very special memorial If you have visited the Stephansdom, chances are that you have seen Emperor Friedrich III (Frederick III). Well, not him personally, but his…

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Read more about the article Crocodiles in the Donaukanal
Crocodiles In The Donaukanal

Crocodiles in the Donaukanal

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Crocodiles in the Donaukanal - who would have thought There are any number of things one might expect to fish out of the Donaukanal, but crocodiles in the Donaukanal? What…

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Aeiou Isnt Just A String Of Vowels

AEIOU isnt just a string of vowels

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Have you ever wondered about the meaning of AEIOU? Looking through historical records, or a close inspection of certain buildings in Austria such as the Burg Wiener Neustadt, may cause…

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The Story Of The Pestsäule

The Story of the Pestsäule

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The Pestsäule - a landmark full of history Most people have seen the Pestsäule (The Plague Column) on the Graben. This column dates back to the 17th century and was…

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The Story Of The Ottakringer Brauwerk Brewery

The story of the Ottakringer Brauwerk brewery

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The Ottakringer Brauwerk - the perfect spot for Craft Beer lovers It is likely that our readers have had a craft beer already. But if you live in Vienna perhaps,…

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The Story Of The Ceiling Painting In The National Library

Ceiling painting in the National Library

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Have you ever paid attention to ceilings? What about the one in the National Library? If you have visited the former imperial royal library at the Josefplatz, it is likely…

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The Heights Of The Höhenstrasse

The heights of the Höhenstrasse

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Vienna's Höhenstrasse - a one of a kind street Driving into or from Vienna might take you over the Höhenstrasse. A long and winding road that connects Neustift am Walde…

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Imperial Riding School – Autograph Collection

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The Imperial Riding School - Autograph Collection After the fall of the Habsburg empire, many buildings were left without an empire to serve. Most of them, however, found a new…

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The “Pferdebändiger”

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Who was Vienna`s Pferdebändiger? Perhaps you know that Emperor Franz Josef suffered an assassination attempt. That was in 1853. The men who saved his life were rewarded. Maximilian Karl Lamoral…

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The Story Of The “heumühle”

The story of the “Heumühle”

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Heumühle - a place full of history A bit hidden in the district of Vienna’s fourth district between the well-known Kettenbrückengasse and the perhaps less-known Heumühlgasse, you will find a…

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Bahá’í Center Austria

Bahá’í Center Austria

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Bahá’í Center Austria Out in the 14th district is a rather unassuming house that has quite a history. Since 2010 it has housed the Bahá’í Center Austria. This is the…

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Read more about the article The Wiener Schnitzel
The Wiener Schnitzel, By Way Of Constantinople, Paris, And Milan

The Wiener Schnitzel

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If you love Wiener Schnitzel, this post is for you! Where does the Wiener Schnitzel come from? The name of course ties it to Vienna. Many say that it actually…

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The Arena in Vienna

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On June 27, 1976 a group of activists, referring to themselves as the Arenauten, occupied the abandoned area of the St. Marx slaughterhouse to protest the lack of alternative culture…

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The Story Of The Stefaniewarte

The Stefaniewarte

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The Stefaniewarte - a must visit spot Perhaps visitors to Vienna notice that part of the city is surrounded by hills. If you walk, for example, east from the Stephansdom…

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Espionage And Intrigue The Third Man

The Third Man

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The Third Man - the perfect movie for all espionage lovers! This year is the 70th anniversary of the film The Third Man. It is one of the greatest British…

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Read more about the article Mural at the Lazarist’s Chapel in Vienna

Mural at the Lazarist’s Chapel in Vienna

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If you are into murals, this one is for you! As we have told you in the past, there is no shortage of churches in Vienna. Some are better and…

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The Story of the Opernpassage

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The Opernpassage, a true monument! We all know that Vienna is very well connected. And not only because of its great public transport system, but also because it has a…

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Read more about the article The story of Hans Makart
Hans Makart

The story of Hans Makart

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If you have lived in Vienna long enough or you are just interested in art or architecture, it is likely that you have come across the names Wagner, Klimt, Schiele,…

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The Cafe Schönbergers

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If you love history and coffee, the Cafe Schönbergers is the perfect spot! There are many places to drink coffee in Vienna. Some have impressive interior designs and others are…

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The Story Of The Habig Hof

The story of the Habig-Hof

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The Habig-Hof Perhaps some of our readers entered a coffee house one day and they were impressed. Some days ago, we felt that way. But let us start from the…

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Bridge Over The River Danube

Bridge over the River Danube

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Let's cross the bridge over the River Danube! Bridges have long been important features of Vienna. They have functioned as connections between the various parts of the city located alongside…

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Read more about the article The story of the Billrothhaus

The story of the Billrothhaus

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The Billrothhaus The Frankgasse in Alsergrund may not be a household name unless you live in the area. But on this street there is an organization with a long history…

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Read more about the article The story of the Otto Wagner Pavilion Karlsplatz

The story of the Otto Wagner Pavilion Karlsplatz

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Otto Wagner - his spirit fills every corner of the city. We have told you a bit about Otto Wagner and his influence on Viennese architecture and design. Perhaps his…

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The story of the Hermesvilla

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It is quite impressive how some buildings in Vienna have survived the last centuries facing. One of such places is the Hermesvilla. Built in 1882-1886, at the request of the…

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Prater Stars And Stations

Prater Stars and Stations

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Although you may not have ever given it any actual thought, the name Pratersten is not random or accidental. It is in fact next to the Prater. The spot takes…

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Viennese Criminal Museum

The story of the Viennese Criminal Museum

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Vienna's Criminal Museum - the spot to be for true crime lovers! Vienna’s second district features a lot of the city’s history. It was at the mercy of the Danube…

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The Story Of The Vienna Tramwaymuseum

The story of the Vienna Tramwaymuseum

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Vienna's Tramwaymuseum the spot to be for technology lovers Together with excellent tap water, fresh air, urban silence and Mahlzeit, Vienna’s trams are part and parcel of the list of…

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Evangelische Kreuzkirche Hietzing

Evangelische Kreuzkirche Hietzing

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The Kreuzkirche Hietzing - more than just a regular church There is no shortage of churches in Vienna. Some are better and some lesser known. One of the probably lesser-known…

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Viennese Cappuccinos And Italian Schnitzel

Viennese cappuccinos and Italian Schnitzel

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Viennese Cappuccinos It is popularly said that, contrary to all expectations, cappuccinos originate from Vienna. And the Schnitzel comes from Italy. Is this true, or where does this notion come…

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Jewish Cemetery In Währing

The story of the Jewish cemetery in Währing

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.The Jewish cemetery in Währing Perhaps you know that in the very old days it was customary for churches to be surrounded by a cemetery. This was for example the…

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Banker On The Edge Getriedemarkt

Banker on the Edge

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The Banker on the Edge - a sculpture one may find concerning Walking along Getreidemarkt, just before reaching Babenbergerstrasse, you may happen to glance up towards the sky. You will…

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The Story Of Franz Matzinger

The Story of Franz Matzinger

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The importance of Franz Matzinger We have told you many stories about the Ringstraße and its buildings and architects. There are, of course, many other players that made the construction…

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Discovering The Nestroyhof

Discovering the Nestroyhof

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Nestroy is a name that comes up frequently in Vienna. If you are traveling along the U1 where you will eventually come across Nestroyplatz. But who was the eponymous Nestroy?…

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The Story Of Old Walls At The Hofburg

The story of old walls at the Hofburg

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Vienna's Hofburg The Hofburg in Vienna is an interesting place. One can literally tell the history of the Habsburg empire by walking through it. Starting with the Babenberger family and…

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Neues Institute Gebäude

The Neues Institut Gebäude

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The university of Vienna has a long history. Established in the 14th century with its 19th century main building located in the Schottentor area. This main building was too small…

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Read more about the article Vienna’s public toilets
Answering The Call Of Nature — Literally.

Vienna’s public toilets

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Vienna’s public toilets aren’t just toilets – no, they are experiences! Although you may be quite skeptical of what kind of ‘experience’ that might be, its less shady gas station…

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Read more about the article The story of the Michaelerplatz

The story of the Michaelerplatz

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Any visitor to Vienna will have stood for a brief moment on Michaelerplatz. You have to marvel at some of the city’s architectural wonders. Even in Roman times, the square…

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Sisi The Royal Horse Whisperer

Sisi the royal horse whisperer

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Empress Elisabeth of Austria, known as Sisi, is often depicted astride a horse in portraits, and for good reason. She was an excellent horsewoman and rider who had a particular…

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The Story Of Friedrich Schmidt

The Story of Friedrich Schmidt

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We have told you stories about some of the architects of the Baroque Vienna as well as of the Ringstraße period. Some architects are, of course, more famous than others.…

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Revitalizing The Donauplatte

Revitalizing the Donauplatte

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Renewing the Donauplatte Vienna is a city with lots of tradition. Simultaneously it's also a city that is constantly renewing itself. One part of the city that is experiencing a…

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The Story Of Gerstner And The Opera

The Story of Gerstner and the Opera

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Cake and music a perfect pairing Some weeks ago, we told you that the Opera celebrated its 150th anniversary. And for this occasion, many activities are put together and many…

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On The Tabor

On the Tabor

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Have you ever wandered through the 2nd district and found yourself wondering what “Am Tabor” means? If you are well-versed in battle and defense terminology from the Middle Ages, the…

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Japanese Pagodas On The Danube

Japanese Pagodas on the Danube

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Now that the days are getting longer and warmer, its the perfect weather to go for a run or cycle along the Danube. One of the nicest places for this…

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The Story Of The Schottentor

The Story of the Schottentor

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It is likely that everyone in Vienna has heard about the „Schottentor“. A famous spot for Vienna’s transport system, which brings together several tram lines and the metro U2. The…

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Read more about the article The Sommernachtskonzert
A Summer Night, A Famous Orchestra, And A Beautiful Palace

The Sommernachtskonzert

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The Vienna Philharmonic is considered to be one of the finest orchestras in the world. It is made up of world-class musicians who have proved their mettle by playing in…

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The Story Of Egon Schiele

The Story of Egon Schiele

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For many people Egon Schiele is a household name. In particular, if you spend a lot of time at the Museum Quartier in Vienna, it is very hard to miss…

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The Story Of The Palais Königswarter

The Story of the Palais Königswarter

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Palais Königswarter - a palais full of history In case you have wondered which one is the oldest building on the Ringstraße, it is very likely that it is one…

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The Story Of Niklas Meldeman’s Map

The story of Niklas Meldeman’s map

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In some of our stories we have made references to the Ottoman sieges of Vienna. The first siege took place in 1529 and the second in 1683. There is information…

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The Downsizing Of The Imperial Waters

The Downsizing of the Danube

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The Danube and the Kaiserwasser The Danube is a favorite location for locals in the summer. It proves some much needed relief in the hot summer months. While we enjoy…

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Read more about the article The story of the “Porta Decumana”
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The story of the “Porta Decumana”

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The Porta Decumana - a piece of Vindobona Perhaps you have noticed that the Rotenturmstraße in the city center is a construction site. It has made some headlines in the…

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The Queen in Vienna

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By now  is it probable that you already heard the news: Archie Harrison Mountbatten-Windsor was born on May 6.  And this happy occasion has coincided with a royal event that…

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Read more about the article A racetrack fit for a king
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A racetrack fit for a king

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Imperial racetracks Did you know that Vienna historically had two separate horse racetracks? One for trotting (Trabrennbahn) and one for galloping (Galopprennbahn). The Galopprennbahn is the older of the two,…

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Read more about the article Augarten, or the joys of Floodplain Park
Augarten, Or The Joys Of Floodplain Park

Augarten, or the joys of Floodplain Park

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There are many great parks in Vienna. Surely one of the most loved and most visited is the Augarten. Located in the heart of the 2nd district, this green oasis…

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The Story of Mozart and the Organ

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If you live in Vienna perhaps you are familiar with the online platform “Willhaben” where you can buy and sell all sorts of things. In the very old days, there…

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Johannes of Nepomuk Chapel

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Johannes of Nepomuk Chapel - a chapel one needs to visit If you take tram line no. 2 or 5 to the station ‘Am Tabor’, you may notice a small…

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The Story of Frederic Morton

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It is time to tell you about Frederic Morton. He was born in Vienna in October 1924 as Fritz Mandelbaum. His family escaped Vienna in June 1939 when he was…

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Read more about the article A trot and a run: the Trabrennbahn
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A trot and a run: the Trabrennbahn

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We recently told you the history of the Galopprennbahn in Vienna. As we mentioned in that story, there has historically been another horse track in the city. The Trabrennbahn. A…

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Read more about the article Leberkäse: neither liver nor cheese
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Leberkäse: neither liver nor cheese

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It may not be the most glamorous food, nor the healthiest, but sometimes it really hits the spot. I’m talking, of course, about the humble Leberkäse. But where does this…

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The Global Gardens of Schönbrunn

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Nowadays it may seem completely natural to have easy access to products from all over the world. But the past it was considered a great luxury to procure certain goods…

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Read more about the article Fire at the Hofburg
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Fire at the Hofburg

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November 27, 1992. A security guard raises the alarm after discovering flames in the Redouten ballrooms at the Hofburg. What followed was the largest and most dramatic firefighting operation in…

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The Story of the Starhembergs

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Perhaps you are familiar with the name “Starhemberg“. This is an ancient noble family whose origins can be traced back to Upper Austria and apparently before they served the Habsburgs,…

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The story of the Kettenbrückengasse

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Perhaps many of you are familiar with the Kettenbrückengasse metro station. This is the one that stops right next to the famous Naschmarkt. And most likely, many also know the…

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Czech Beer at the Schweizerhaus

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A Viennese institution with a storied history. There is no shortage of such places in this city. One of the more popular ones amongst a diverse population of local residents…

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Käsekrainer: whats in a name?

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Käserkrainer - an Austrian meal one has to try The standard late night snack after a few drinks in Vienna has to be a Käsekrainer. Something one will get at…

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Read more about the article The story of the other Loos Haus
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The story of the other Loos Haus

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We have told you about Adolf Loos. He was not only an architect, but also an interior designer. Do you know of the Loos Haus? Loos was born in 1870…

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The Donaukanal: from abandoned to beloved

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Over the years, the Donaukanal has become one of the most popular summer hang-outs in the city. But before 2010, this part of Vienna was almost entirely devoid of any…

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The story of May First

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May First - a uniting day The story of the celebrations for May First dates back to the 19th century. It starts in the United States. The conditions for factory workers were…

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The story of the Bösendorfersaal

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It is likely that most of our readers have passed by the Hochhaus Herrengasse. Perhaps you did not make it to the lobby of the building. There, you will find…

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The story of Jungmann & Neffe

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In several of our stories we have told you about businesses that have survived the 20th century. The mere fact that these businesses made it through this period must be…

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Zum grünen Jäger

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Walking along Praterstrasse, you might come along a rather ordinary building by Viennese standards. The house in question is located at Praterstrasse 27. The cherubim reliefs lead you to believe…

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The Story Of The Setagayapark

The story of the Setagayapark

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The time of the cherry blossom is one of the highlights in the Japanese calendar and marks the beginning of spring. To celebrate this special time of the year, we…

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The story of the Neue Burg

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Vienna's Neue Burg - a landmark you can not miss on your explorings! The Neue Burg… it does not matter from which direction you come to the Heldenplatz, the Neue…

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The crash of the Reichsbrücke

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As spring arrives, people start heading out towards the Danube and other leisure areas in the city. They traveling by car across one of the many bridges spanning the land…

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Vienna’s Engelbrunnen

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Not long ago we showed you the Schutzengelbrunnen (Guardian Angel Fountain). Not far from it is a second fountain with a very similar name, Engelbrunnen. Engel means Angel in German.…

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Read more about the article The story of Theophil Hansen in Vienna
The Story Of Theophil Hansen In Vienna

The story of Theophil Hansen in Vienna

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Many famous architects have left their mark in Vienna. Fischer von Erlach (father and son), the inseparable duo August Sicard von Sicardsburg & Eduard van der Nüll. Or Otto Wagner,…

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Otto Wagner the House of Muses

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Over the past weeks we have told you about the Majolikahaus and Klöstergasse 3. Two of the three Houses of the Wienzeile designed by Otto Wagner. Today it’s time to…

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The story of Knize

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Some time ago we told you the story of the famous Viennese shoemaker Scheer. Now we turn our sartorial curiosity towards Knize. Vienna’s arguably most renowned men outfitter. Kniže was…

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Wiener schmäh

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It’s well-known that the Viennese have a particular and biting sense of humor. Elevating a sarcastic wit to a coffeehouse art form known as ‘wiener schmäh’. Alongside this Vienna has…

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The story of the Burgtheater

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The actor Terrence Mann once famously said that “movies make you famous; television makes you rich; but theatre will make you good”. And if you are an actor in Vienna…

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Read more about the article Live like a king in the Hofburg
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Live like a king in the Hofburg

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Did you know that you can live in the Hofburg or Schönbrunn? These are some of the most famous addresses in Vienna, but they are not only for the royals…

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Read more about the article The story of the Jewelry A. E. Köchert
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The story of the Jewelry A. E. Köchert

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Hoher Markt 15. Perhaps not everyone has noticed this address as the house next to it, the Pâtisserie Oberlaa, is the famous one. It was the year 1814 when the…

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Read more about the article The difficult life of Countess Sophie Chotek
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The difficult life of Countess Sophie Chotek

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Many people are familiar with the story of the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand. He had been heir to the Habsburg throne. But perhaps sometimes it is forgotten that he…

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Read more about the article Don’t fall in love at the Copa, Copa Cagrana
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Don’t fall in love at the Copa, Copa Cagrana

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As winter wears on, many of us may start to dream of the blue waters. Maybe about white sand beaches of less land-locked countries than Austria. Vienna has its own…

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Read more about the article The secrets of Katharina Schratt
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The secrets of Katharina Schratt

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We don’t know how many women were important in the life of the Emperor Franz Joseph. But there are at least two ladies to highlight. His wife Elisabeth and Katharina…

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Read more about the article An Artistic Villa- Fuchs Villa
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An Artistic Villa- Fuchs Villa

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Driving into or out of Vienna in the direction of Hütteldorf, you may come across an impressive aquamarine-accented villa. It stands in relative isolation at the edges of the Vienna…

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Read more about the article The adventures of Alexander Girardi
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The adventures of Alexander Girardi

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Some days ago, we told you the story of Katharina Schratt and her relationship with the emperor Franz Joseph. There is an interesting story told by Hellmut Andics. It involves…

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Read more about the article On the line, and other euphemisms for prostitution in Vienna
On The Line, And Other Euphemisms For Prostitution In Vienna

On the line, and other euphemisms for prostitution in Vienna

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They say its the oldest profession in the world, and in Vienna it has quite a history. On the whole, prostitution has been widely tolerated if not always embraced in…

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Nymphs of the Night: Vienna’s Grabennymphe

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A few days ago we gave you a brief overview of prostitution in Vienna. Some of the many euphemisms that have sprung up around a profession that has often been…

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Read more about the article The Brunnnenmarkt
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The Brunnnenmarkt

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In the 16th district of Vienna – between Thaliastraße and Ottakringerstraße – you will find the longest street market in Vienna. It is at the same time one of the…

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Vienna, Coffee, and …North Korea?

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We all know and love the coffee culture in Vienna. Turns out, so does Pyongyang! Though the country is notoriously tight-lipped about activities within its borders, apparently a Viennese coffee…

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Schubert and the Dreimäderlhaus

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The Dreimäderlhaus Standing small and resolute next to its towering neighbor on the Mölker Bastei, the Dreimäderlhaus (3 Girls’ House) is a gem from the waning days of Josephine Classicism.…

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The Palmenhaus Schönbrunn

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When the Palmenhaus Schönbrunn opened its’ doors in 1882 it was one of a kind. Being the largest in the world. Today it remains in the top three worldwide while…

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The story of Franz Wertheim

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Have you ever heard of Franz Wertheim? Perhaps a name that few people are familiar with but he was famous a long time ago. Born in Krems in 1814, he…

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Fanny Arnstein

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Fanny Arnstein and the first Christmas Tree in Vienna It is December and, as part of the tradition, presents are waiting under the Christmas tree. Do you know how the…

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St. Stephen and his horses

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The 26th of December is known as Stefanitag (St. Stephen’s Day) in Austria, and is a national holiday. This is the same St. Stephen after whom the Stephansdom is named.…

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Read more about the article Franz Joseph’s Christmas present
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Franz Joseph’s Christmas present

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Today is Christmas day. Following the tradition, perhaps most of you have received and given presents to friends, relatives, and many others. But on this day in 1857, one man…

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The Ferstel Passage

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The Palais Ferstel is one among many in Vienna that is rather unassuming. You may have walked past the Ferstel Passage many times without recognizing that it is there. That’s…

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Read more about the article Amalienburg in the Hofburg
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Amalienburg in the Hofburg

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The Hofburg has a long history. Every building that is part of it has a particular story. One of the buildings that is part of what we call the Hofburg…

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Hand-me-down Kahlenberg

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Rising gently to the north of the city, neither the Kahlenberg nor the Leopoldsberg can really be called mountains. Despite the presence of the word ‘berg’ in their names. Perhaps…

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The “Opera Toilet”

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As a local or visitor, it is likely you have seen it (or heard it). It is located at one of the busiest pedestrian underpasses of the city. Next to…

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The Mismatched Harmony of the Minoritenkirche

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The Minoritenkirche - a spot one shouldn't miss out on If you look up while walking the streets of Vienna, there are many wonders and oddities to discover. On nearly…

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The Houses of “Generali”

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Generali - more than just a company name It is likely that many people have heard about the Italian insurance company Generali. The company was established in Trieste in 1831…

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Nike at the Austrian Parliament

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The Renovation of the Austrian Parliament Built in 1874-1883 by the architect Teophil Hansen, the Austrian parliament is being refurbished.  This project is expected to last until 2021. During this…

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Café Weidinger Vienna

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There are dozens of classic coffee houses in Vienna, which are worth a visit. Probably, the most shabby, but at the same time the most charming among them, is for…

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Financing the livestock market – St. Marx

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Some weeks ago we told you about the animal market at St. Marx. Such a large market naturally also meant that quite large sums of money regularly changed hands as…

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Read more about the article Winter time in the Albertina museum

Winter time in the Albertina museum

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Albertina Exhibitions to take in When we went to visit Albertina a couple of days ago, we expected to have a relaxing, quiet museum visit with no major surprises. But…

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Read more about the article The story of the Treumanntheater
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The story of the Treumanntheater

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The Treumanntheater - a long lost reminder of old times Have you ever wondered which building was the first one ever built after the removal of Vienna’s city walls? In…

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Read more about the article Vienna’s Silent Jewel: The Breitenseer Lichtspiele
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Vienna’s Silent Jewel: The Breitenseer Lichtspiele

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For cinephiles and lovers of tradition, Vienna has lots to offer. One of its most underrated cinematic jewels has to be the Breitenseer Lichtspiele. Billed as the world’s oldest continuously…

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The Brick 5 in Vienna

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The Brick 5 is famous as an urban space with a cool café and hip events. What not many people know is that the space has a long history of…

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The story of Vlad Dracul

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Vlad Dracul - the real Dracula? Count Dracula fired up people’s imagination so strongly that for many, it’s difficult to separate him from Vlad Dracul. The real-life Vlad III, ruler…

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The story of the Virgilkapelle

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The Hidden History of the Virgilkapelle Every city has its forgotten places, tucked away beneath the streets or hidden in plain sight, waiting to be rediscovered. One of Vienna’s most…

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The Imperial and Royal Library of Vienna

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The Story Behind the Imperial and Royal Library at Josefsplatz The Imperial and Royal Library at Josefsplatz is one of Vienna’s most impressive historic sites. Today, it is known as…

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The story of the WUK

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How the WUK Became Vienna’s Cultural Hub From bike flea markets and repair stations to concerts and nightlife, the WUK has become a much-loved part of Vienna’s cultural scene. But…

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The journeys of the Donnerbrunnen

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The Donnerbrunnen is back in Neuer Markt Vienna's Donnerbrunnen, the beautiful baroque fountain in Neuer Markt, has been through a lot over the centuries. Originally created in 1739 by Georg…

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The DC Tower- Vienna’s skyscraper

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Vienna’s DC Tower – The Skyscraper That Towers Over the City When walking around Vienna, it’s always a good idea to look up—there’s so much detail on the city’s buildings…

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The story of the “Famous” Caspar Zumbusch

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Caspar Zumbusch – The Sculptor Who Shaped Vienna Have you ever heard of Caspar Zumbusch? Probably not a household name, but definitely a big deal when it comes to Vienna’s…

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Artemisia Gentileschi

Artemisia Gentileschi

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Artemisia Gentileschi – A Baroque Painter Who Defied the Odds 400 years ago, Artemisia Gentileschi risked everything. She made history not only as one of the most accomplished female painters…

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The Republic of “Kugelmugel”

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The Republic of Kugelmugel – Vienna’s Strangest "Country" There are plenty of reasons to visit the Prater. You can go on a morning run or a leisurely walk. You can…

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The Story Of The Palais Niederösterreich

The story of the Palais Niederösterreich

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Palais Niederösterreich – A Place of Political Change It’s hard to walk through Vienna's city center without passing a building with an interesting story. One of those places is Palais…

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The Viehmarkt – Vienna’s Central Livestock Market

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The Viehmarkt – Vienna’s Historic Livestock Market Historically, Vienna was full of markets. Many of today’s street names reflect that past. This includes Kohlmarkt, Heumarkt, Hoher Markt, Bauernmarkt, to name…

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The Story Of The Mölkerbastei

The story of the Mölkerbastei

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Mölkerbastei – A Hidden Piece of Vienna’s Old City Walls We’ve previously written about the Albertina and Palais Coburg, two of the three elevated spots that remain from Vienna’s old…

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The story of the Batthyánypalais

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A friendship or a scandal at the Batthyánypalais A few days ago, your SV explorer came across a beautiful portal in Vienna’s city center. This striking entrance is part of…

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The Mosaic of Kärntnerstraße

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The Mosaic of Kärntnerstraße 16 - A beautiful artistic treasure! Walking along Kärntnerstraße can be a challenge! It’s one of the busiest streets in Vienna, always filled with visitors, shoppers,…

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Franziskanerkirche and Vienna's oldest Organ

Franziskanerkirche and Vienna’s Oldest Organ

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Learn about Vienna’s Oldest Organ in the Franziskanerkirche Franziskanerkirche (or Franciscan Church of Vienna) is one of the hidden gems of Vienna’s first district. Hidden away in a small Italianesque…

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Patrick Leigh Fermor in Vienna

Patrick Leigh Fermor in Vienna

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The 1930s Travel Memoir of Patrick Leigh Fermor in Vienna Vienna has always been a city filled with visitors, and many of them have left behind written memories in journals,…

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The Rise And Demise Of The Zaha Hadid House

The rise and demise of the Zaha Hadid House

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Zaha Hadid House – Vienna’s Ghost Building Zaha Hadid became one of the world’s most famous architects. But it took her years to get a project built, let alone to…

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The long history of the double-headed eagle

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The Double-Headed Eagle – A Symbol of Power in Austria-Hungary Eagles have long been symbols of power, strength, and dominance. Rulers throughout history have used them to project authority, and…

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Who is Puber?

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Puber – Vienna’s Most Infamous Tagger If you were in Vienna in 2013, you surely remember Puber—his name was everywhere. Sprayed in block letters on walls, doors, and buildings, his…

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The Lions of Schemerlbrücke

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Do you know the lions of Schemerlbrücke A few days ago, your SV explorer set out in search of the lions of Schemerlbrücke, the same ones featured on the cover…

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The Stolen Sisi Star – A Daring Heist in Vienna

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Have you heard the story of the stole Sisi Star? Empress Elisabeth of Austria, better known as Sisi, was famous for her impossibly thin waist, flowing hair, and distinctive style.…

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The story of the Schweizerhof

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The Schweizerhof – The Oldest Part of the Hofburg Most visitors and locals have walked along or through the Hofburg—past the former Royal and Imperial Library, the Leopoldinischer Trakt, the…

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The Architects of the Vienna Opera

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The story of the architects of the Vienna opera – a story of triumph and tragedy We don’t have any statistics to back this up, but we’re fairly certain that…

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Denzel Cars – The First Austrian Car

Denzel Cars – Austria’s First Sports Car

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Denzel Cars – Austria’s First Sports Car At the end of World War II, everything in Vienna was gloom and doom, as we mentioned in a previous post. Or almost…

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Schrammel Music – The Forgotten Sound of Vienna

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The story of Schrammel Music in Vienna When thinking of Austrian music legends, two names likely come to mind: Mozart and Falco. These artists are Austria’s most famous musical exports,…

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The Meaning of “Servus” – A Greeting with History

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Find out the meaning of the greeting "Servus" If you’ve lived in Vienna long enough, you’ve probably noticed that there’s no shortage of ways to say hello and goodbye. From…

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Royal Inbreeding and the Habsburg Jaw

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The famous Habsburg Jaw The Habsburgs were known for many things, but their good looks was not one of them. If you take a walk through the Kunsthistorisches Museum, you…

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The spring of Schönbrunn and the story of its name

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The story of the Spring of Schönbrunn Have you ever wondered where Schönbrunn Palace got its name? It’s not just a fancy title—it all comes down to the Spring of…

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The Basilisk of Vienna – The City’s Most Famous Monster

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