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[🇦🇹Vienna] Schönbrunn Palace — A place to enjoy Vienna's history and beautiful views

Located on the outskirts of Vienna, Schönbrunn Palace is a historic site in Austria and a must-see when visiting Vienna. It was once used as the summer palace of the Habsburgs and is now registered as a World Heritage Site. The magnificent buildings, vast gardens, and the spectacular view from the top of the hill will captivate anyone who visits. History of Schönbrunn Palace Schönbrunn Palace was built in the 17th century and has been used as a summer palace for the Habsburg royal family for generations. In particular, during the reign of Empress Maria Theresa, the palace was extensively renovated and remodeled into its current beautiful form. Inside the palace, you can experience the life of Austrian royalty through the luxurious rooms, historical furniture, and paintings on display. Palace gardens and buildings The gardens of Schönbrunn Palace are vast and beautifully maintained, and are one of the palace's important features. The garden in front of the palace is characterized by a symmetrical design, with finely divided flower beds and neatly arranged trees. At the back of the garden, there is a zoo, a maze, and even a glockenspiel (bell sound), so time will fly by just by strolling around. Amazing view from the top of the hill One of the highlights of Schönbrunn Palace is the wonderful view of Vienna city that can be seen when you go through the palace gardens and climb up the hill. The hill behind the palace spreads out, and you can see the whole of Vienna cityscape with just a short climb. In particular, the view of Vienna seen from the palace is just like a painting, with the red roofs and dome-shaped buildings of Vienna spreading out, and the Alps faintly visible beyond. There is also a classical building called the Gloriette on the hill, and the view from here is exceptional. On a clear day, you can see the whole of Vienna, and you will feel as if you have the city of Vienna in your hands. The view at dusk in particular is dyed orange, creating a fantastic atmosphere. The interior of the palace is also a must-see Inside the palace, there are rows of luxurious palace rooms, and you can see directly where the royal family of the time lived. Maria Theresa's room and the room prepared for her children are particularly impressive. In addition, the palace is luxuriously decorated in detail, such as the Hall of Mirrors and the Music Hall, and art and antique furniture are on display. Summary Schönbrunn Palace is a place where you can feel the history of Vienna's royal family, and its beautiful gardens and magnificent palace buildings leave a deep impression on visitors. Not only the interior of the palace, but also the view of Vienna city from the top of the hill is spectacular, making it well worth visiting as a highlight of Vienna tourism. When you visit Vienna, be sure to visit and experience the beautiful scenery and history. #SchönbrunnPalace #ViennaTourism #HistoricalSights #ViennaBreathtakingViews #ViennaTourism #Habsburgs #Austria #Spring0YenTrip
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