Vienna
Vienna is just a short train journey from Bratislava. The carriage on the right is very twee; though in terms of arriving in style – it certainly beats a black cab.
Hofburg Imperial Palace – St Michael’s Gate. Russell & Eleanor in front of one of the entrances into the sprawling Imperial Palace.
Hofburg Imperial Palace is an enormous place housing the famous Riding School and various other establishments.
Hofburg Imperial Palace – Heldenplatz. Ian, me, Russell, Karen & Eleanor.
A 17th century Plague Monument in the main Graben Street, shopping area.
On the site of the oldest church in Vienna, St Peter’s Church is a Baroque masterpiece, just off Graben Street.
In the centre of Vienna is the landmark St Stephen’s Cathedral. It is free to enter, wander round and take photos – unlike Westminster Abbey or St Paul’s back in London!
There are some extra photos of St Stephen’s Cathedral here
The central Europeans do Xmas markets so much better than us. This one was the largest I’ve seen and was good fun to explore.
A chilly me needing Glühwein to warm up.
The Rathaus
The child looks a bit dubious on this ride in the Xmas market. Checking the expression on Santa’s face – so were we.
Watching a curling event in the museum area. Well you have to do something while drinking the Glühwein.
