About Salzburg

Situated right in the heart of Austria, Salzburg was an independent state from the rest of the country until 1816. It is synonymous with music as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born here. It hosts the annual Salzburg Festival, which showcases many operas and attracts millions every year. Salzburg is also where 'The Sound of Music' was filmed. view more»

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Salzburg City Reviews

v_aka_veron

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The Hills are Alive with the Sound of Rain and Snow?!

Loved finally getting here, it's been a top place on my place to visit for years. More for Mozart than the Sound of Music film (does that sound convincing?)

  • Insider tip:Take the bus to the cable car and have a drink at the top of the snow capped mountain. Surreal knowing u've just left a snow free place!

imsoturbo

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salzburg is all about the sound of music.

salzburg is a very beautiful city. small enough where you can walk to anything around. only, if you aren't into the sound of music or the fortress on top. there isn't much to do. it's a beautiful place and a great stop for a little down time.

  • Insider tip:make sure to hike up to the fortess for gorgious views.

heyso116715

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For The more older traveller!!

Not much to do here other than walk around which takes about a day!! Just mozart and thats about it more suited for the older people dont go hear if your looking to party becuase you wont find it!!

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