Schonbrunn Palace is among the main cultural monuments in Vienna, Austria.
Built in 1696, the palace exemplifies the interests and ambitions of the Hasburg royals. In the early 1900s, the palace was preserved as a museum and was designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1996. A major tourist attraction, it receives millions of visitors every year.
The palace, with its surrounding gardens and buildings, has been the site for various historical events, clearly demonstrated by the beautiful interiors and rooms of the palace.
Visitors should not miss the Tirolian Garden consisting of a preserved hut, orchard and a pasture farm. It also features a palm house which has lush vegetation.
To enjoy a pleasant evening, visitors can visit the
Hofratstrakt which features puppet shows and theatre acts.
Web Site: http://www.schoenbrunn.at/de/publicdir/
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