A visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral is a must for every visitor. It is the symbol of Vienna. Construction commenced in the 12th century. Today, it is one of the most important Gothic structures in Austria.
St. Stephen's Cathedral is 107.2 meters long and 34.2 meters wide.
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The State Hall, the heart of the Austrian National Library, is one of the most beautiful library halls in the world. It is the biggest Baroque library in Europe.
The former Court Library was created in the first half of the 18th century as a private wing of the Hofburg imperial residence. Emperor Karl VI. ordered its construction. The library was built by Joseph Emanuel Fischer von Erlach according to plans of his father, Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach.
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Visitors to the Austrian capital will find evidence of the turning artistic tide in late nineteenth and early twentieth century Vienna everywhere they look. Architecture in the city was shaped by the nascent Jugendstil (art nouveau) as well as the Secessionist style.
All of these buildings, and countless more art nouveau gems throughout the city, have a timeless appeal. Visitors can discover them under their own steam or on one of the countless art nouveau tours...
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Vienna Art Nouveau | VIENNA/NOW Tours
Art Nouveau has a fixed place in Vienna's architecture. It is spread all across the city. Come with us and discover everything Art Nouveau in...
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