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Explore Vienna, Austria, with these travel posts on Reverberations.

Wide-angle view of Hundertwasserhaus, a colorful residential building with lush greenery growing on the roof.

Why Hundertwasser’s Vienna is a Must-See for Art and Architecture Lovers

For many travelers, it’s easy to imagine Vienna as a city of timeless tradition—a capital of sumptuous palaces and Art Nouveau elegance, where the elite waltz the night away in spectacularly lavish ballrooms. That’s precisely why Friedensreich Hundertwasser’s thoroughly modern art and architecture stand out. Think Gaudí meets Klimt. With bright colors (and lots of […]

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Frescoes by Court artist Daniel Gran cover the ceiling of the Austrian National Library State Hall in Vienna, Austria.

Magical Austrian National Library State Hall

Once upon a time, books were a luxury for the privileged minority. Today, with digitization, libraries are slowly disappearing. A select few have become must-see spots with stunning architecture and important history that attract visitors from around the world. Chief among them is the Austrian National Library State Hall, one of the most beautiful places

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The striking yellow facade of Schönbrunn Palace.

Splendor of Schloss Schönbrunn: A Travel Guide to Vienna’s Imperial Palace

For centuries, the Habsburgs called Schloss Schönbrunn in Vienna, Austria, their summer residence. What was once off limits to us mere mortals is now a must-see where travelers can spend a day (or more) strolling its halls and soaking up the sun in the sprawling public park. With its massive scale, impressive gardens, and remarkable

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