The Hochkönig is a mountain group containing the highest mountain in the Berchtesgaden Alps, Salzburgerland, Austria. The Berchtesgaden Alps form part of the Northern Limestone Alps. It lies to the west of the town of Bischofshofen in the Austrian state of Salzburg, 42 km due south of the city of Salzburg. Hochkönig is separated from the rest of the Berchtesgaden Alps, and more specifically from the Steinernes Meer (stone ocean) by the mountain pass Torscharte at 2246 m. The summit itself is at the southern edge of a large limestone plateau, which is covered by the glacier known as the "Übergossene Alm", however this glacier is currently shrinking at a rate of 6.2% per year, and is likely to vanish in the relatively near future. #awesomepic#loveflowers#beautifulsunsets#bestislandtraveltowns#naturalwonders#culturalattractions#camping#hiking

The Eisriesenwelt is a natural limestone and ice cave located in Werfen, Austria, about 40 km south of Salzburg. The cave is inside the Hochkogel mountain in the Tennengebirge section of the Alps. It is the largest ice cave in the world, extending more than 42 km and visited by about 200,000 tourists every year. The Tennengebirge mountains were formed during the late Tertiary period, during the Würm glaciation period of the Pleistocene. The mountain range, one of the massifs in the Austrian Alps, is the largest karst plateau in the Salzburger Alps, and the Eisriesenwelt is located at the rim of this plateau. Although the cave has a length of 42 km, only the first kilometer, the area that tourists are allowed to visit, is covered in ice. The rest of the cave is formed of limestone. #couplestrip#awesomepic#historicculture#beautifulsunsets#bestislandtraveltowns#naturalwonders#culturalattractions#camping#hiking

Hellbrunn Palace is an early Baroque villa of palatial size, near Morzg, a southern district of the city of Salzburg, Austria. It was built in 1613–19 by Markus Sittikus von Hohenems, Prince-Archbishop of Salzburg, and named for the "clear spring" that supplied it. Hellbrunn was only meant for use as a day residence in summer, as the Archbishop usually returned to Salzburg in the evening; therefore, there is no bedroom in Hellbrunn. The schloss is also famous for its (watergames) in the grounds, which are a popular tourist attraction in the summer months. These games were conceived by Markus Sittikus, a man with a keen sense of humour, as a series of practical jokes to be performed on guests. Notable features include stone seats around a stone dining table through which a water conduit sprays water into the seat of the guests when the mechanism is activated, and hidden fountains that surprise and spray guests while they partake in the tour. Other features are a mechanical, water-operated and music-playing theatre built in 1750 including some 200 automata showing various professions at work, a grotto and a crown being pushed up and down by a jet of water, symbolising the rise and fall of power. At all of these games there is always a spot which is never wet: that was where the Archbishop stood or sat, to which there is no water conduit and which is today occupied by the tour guide. #awesomepic#historicculture#beautifulsunsets#bestislandtraveltowns#naturalwonders#culturalattractions

Salzburg Cathedral is the seventeenth-century Baroque cathedral of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Salzburg in the city of Salzburg, Austria, dedicated to Saint Rupert and Saint Vergilius. Saint Rupert founded the church in 774 on the remnants of a Roman town, and the cathedral was rebuilt in 1181 after a fire. In the seventeenth century, the cathedral was completely rebuilt in the Baroque style under Prince-Bishop Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau to its present appearance. Salzburg Cathedral still contains the baptismal font in which composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was baptized. Saint Vergilius of Salzburg constructed the first cathedral possibly using the foundations of St. Rupert. The first Dom was recorded in 774. The so-called Virgil Dom was built from 767 to 774 and was 66 metres long and 33 metres wide. #deliciousfood#awesomepic#historicculture#bestislandtraveltowns#naturalwonders#culturalattractions

Mirabell Palace is a historic building in the city of Salzburg, Austria. The palace with its gardens is a listed cultural heritage monument and part of the Historic Centre of the City of Salzburg UNESCO World Heritage Site. The palace was built about 1606 on the shore of the Salzach river north of the medieval city walls, at the behest of Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich Raitenau. The Archbishop suffered from gout and had a stroke the year before; to evade the narrow streets of the city, he decided to erect a pleasure palace for him and his mistress Salome Alt. Allegedly built within six months according to Italian and French models, it was initially named Altenau Castle. #awesomepic#historicculture#loveflowers#beautifulsunsets#naturalwonders#culturalattractions#lakes

Hohensalzburg Fortress is a large medieval fortress in the city of Salzburg, Austria. It sits atop the Festungsberg at an altitude of 506 m. It was erected at the behest of the Prince-Archbishops of Salzburg. The fortress is 250 m long and 150 m wide making it one of the largest medieval castles in Europe. Construction of the fortress began in 1077 under Archbishop Gebhard von Helfenstein. The original design was a basic bailey with a wooden wall. In the Holy Roman Empire, the archbishops of Salzburg were already powerful political figures and they expanded the fortress to protect their interests. Helfenstein's conflict with Emperor Henry IV during the Investiture Controversy influenced the expansion of the fortress, with the Archbishop taking the side of Pope Gregory VII and the German anti-king Rudolf of Rheinfelden. The fortress was gradually expanded during the following centuries. The ring walls and towers were built in 1462 under Prince-Archbishop Burkhard II von Weißpriach. #deliciousfood#awesomepic#café#loveflowers#beautifulsunsets#bestislandtraveltowns#naturalwonders#culturalattractions#camping#hiking

Salzburger Altstadt, The old town with its old historical buildings and great architecture is very beautiful. On both sides of the Salzach there are countless squares, small alleys, as well as shops, cafés and restaurants for every taste. Everything can be easily reached on foot. Comfortable and relaxed, most things can be easily integrated into a tour of the old town in 2-5 days. But not only during the day, also in the evening, when it is dark and lit, it is wonderful. A walk along the Salzach. There are many benches that invite you to linger. Music. Nice people. Very worthwhile. You also have a great view of Salzburg and the mountains when you go to the fortress "Hohensalzburg". There you can also go to one of the restaurants / cafés and enjoy the view over Salzburg. Definitely worth a visit. In addition, there are tons of other sights, nature and many other cities in the "nearby vicinity". #choicehomestay #historicculture #nationalpark #historicculture#themepark#nationalpark

Salzburg city Salzburg is located in Australia and it is one of most beautiful city. Salzburg local people are welcome people,they are nice restaurants with local and int foods,nice hotel, cinema, river and many others attractions place.they are sometimes festivals and others activities, I enjoy my trip and I invite to trips. #summervacation #urbanexplorer  #summervacation#urbanexplorer

Set near a border with Germany, #salzburg is a very special place with old and new intermixed. It is divided by the Salzach river and the old town still has medieval buildings. The river itself is an amazing sight and if you find a nice high spot in the city, you can take in the entire sight including majestic views of the Eastern Alps. The entire place has a very peaceful and elegant vibe to it. Would love to visit it again. #scenicspotguide#unforgettableexperiences#beautifulsunsets#romanticrestaurant#summervacation#hikingtrails