Schönbrunn Palace is a former imperial summer residence; one of Europe's most stunning Baroque palaces. Empress Maria Theresia choose Schönbrunn as her principal residence, refurbished the rooms in baroque and rococo style. The Schönbrunn Park and Gardens, is a spectacular park around the Palace and covers an area of 500 acres. It features a mix of landscapes and places for entertainment and is open for the public
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St. Stephen’s Cathedra represents eight centuries of architectural history. It is the seat of the Archbishop of Vienna and the designated central point of the city. Visitors can explore the cathedral interior, take a guided tour of the catacombs, or climb to the top of either the North or South Tower for a fantastic view of the city center.
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The Charles Bridge is a marvel of 14th-century engineering and one of the most beautiful Gothic buildings in the world. Crossing the Vltava river it connects Prague Castle with the Old Town. The fact that that it still stands some 600 years and seven significant floods later might be due to the legendary eggshells added to the mortar.
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Prague was the ancient capital of Charles IV's Bohemian Kingdom and has played a pivotal role in the development of Central Europe since the Middle Ages. Its historic center is one of few cities in Europe to survive from the Middle Ages and was named as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It truly has many treasures to be explored.
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The Prague Castle is the most significant Czech monument and the largest medieval castle complex in Europe. Once the heart of the Holy Roman Empire, Prague Castle is now home to the Czech president and crown jewels. Visitors enjoy wandering around its courtyards, palaces, museums, and witness the changing of the Guard every hour.
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The Jewish Quarter in Prague holds history from centuries of European Jews. Jews of Prague had been quarantined to this small area of the city since the 1500s through the Nazi expulsion in the Holocaust. Through the 400 years of their time in this quarter, there was only one cemetery to bury their dead. A visit of the cemetery along with several synagogues and museums show the history and heritage of the Jewish faith and people. Additionally, the Jewish Quarter of Prague is one of the most beautifully preserved Art Nouveau neighborhoods in all of Europe.
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Following the Danube and stopping along the river bank with at Hungarian small towns we enjoy an authentic atmosphere writers, poets, musician, craftsman and fine artist have been drawn to throughout centuries. Magnificent views of the Danube Valley and the Danube Bend and a former Royal Castle will paint pictures of Hungary's history.
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The Danube River is the frame of all the best Budapest views, the dividing line that gives the city its dual character, and the second longest river in Europe. While gliding by buildings, listen to legendary stories and tells about the town and of famous personalities from the Hungarian history, kings, queens, poets, inventors and even the Danube one will understand the importance of the River for the City.
€ 14
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Gödöllő, is the second largest Baroque castle and summer residence of Queen Elizabeth (Sissi), The visit will empathizes the royal residence, the Art exhibition devoted to the Queen, and allow you a stroll through the grounds to the Royal Stables and equestrian Riding School
€ 28
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Viennese charm is defined through a historic city with magnificent Baroque, and Roccoco Palaces brought to realization by the Habsburgs. The splendor of imperial sights and treasures, their request for innovations, music, and entertainment are still reflected throughout modern life and cultural events.
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