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Prague Castle
Prague Castle is a prominent historical complex in the Czech Republic, located on a hill overlooking the Vltava River. First established in the 9th century, the castle has been expanded and renovated through various periods, featuring Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque architectural elements. Key attractions within the castle include St. Vitus Cathedral, the Old Royal Palace, Golden Lane, and the Royal Gardens. Visitors can explore these sites to experience both remarkable historical relics and exquisite architectural details. Serving as the official office of the Czech president, Prague Castle holds many valuable artifacts and provides insights into the country's rich history and culture. Walking through the castle area offers panoramic views of Prague's old town and a distinctive atmosphere, making it an important destination for understanding Czech heritage.Czech Republic · Prague
Belvedere Palace
• Belvedere Palace is a Baroque architectural style palace located in the center of Vienna. Together with Hofburg Palace and Schönbrunn Palace, it is known as the three major palaces in Vienna. • In addition to appreciating the master's paintings, the building itself, inner hall design, sculptures, gardens, etc. adopt the Baroque style, which is worth seeing. • Immerse yourself in the grandeur of Baroque architecture and admire famous works such as Jacques-Louis David's famous portrait of Napoleon. △ The palace is located in the center of beautifully landscaped gardens, with tiered fountains and statues nestled among greenery. The Belvedere Palace was once the palace of Prince Eugen of the Habsburg Dynasty and is now the home of the Austrian National Gallery. △ The Belvedere Palace at sunset, the beautiful scenery makes you even more lingeringAustria · Vienna
Hochkar 360 Grad Skytour
Scheibbs District · 8.3 km from Palfau
Schönbrunn Palace
•One of Austria's cultural landmarks, it was once the summer residence of the Austrian royal family. •The gorgeous palace has 1,441 rooms decorated with beautiful decorations and furnishings. •Visit the classic French garden and stroll through the magnificent gardens with terraces, fountains and labyrinths. △ Feel the charm of history and culture in the extremely gorgeous and elegant palace. △ The interior decoration of the room is also coordinated in an oriental style, with ceramics inlaid on the walls and ceiling. In the palace, there are restaurants and gorgeous ballrooms where emperors of all dynasties held banquets. Several gold-embroidered carriages used during the Queen's coronation ceremony are still on display. △ A typical French garden with neatly trimmed green tree walls planted on both sides of the huge flower bed. Within the green tree wall are 44 figures from Greek mythology.Austria · Vienna
Munich Residence
The Munich Palace District is located in the center of Munich and is the meeting point of important buildings in Munich from the 16th to the 19th century. There are many buildings such as the King's Building, the Maximilian Palace, the Banquet Hall Building, the Bavarian Opera House, and the General Memorial Hall in the Munich Palace District. Due to the different eras and functions, these buildings may be brilliant, grand, simple, or complicated, with different styles, but the noble atmosphere is the common feature of the buildings in the Munich Palace District. If you see a lion statue in Munich's Royal Palace area, remember to touch the lion's nose, so that you can get blessings. Of great interest in the Royal Palace is the Old Royal Theatre, a rococo gold-red architectural treasure still in use. The magnificent Museum of Antiquities is an imposing hall, 69 meters long, built in 1571 as a candidate library, a very large non-religious Renaissance synagogue north of the Alps, now the State Ballroom. The Jewelry Pavilion in the Royal Palace displays many priceless jewels, including crowns and other items used in coronation.Germany · Munich
Badesee & Freizeitpark Landl
Liezen District · 7 km from Palfau
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Stephen's Cathedral is a landmark building in Vienna and one of the three cathedrals in Europe. Today, the cathedral still stands quietly in the center of the lively old city, like the guardian of Vienna. When you come to the center of Vienna, you will be attracted by its majesty. Historical background The church was built in 1147. It was originally built in the name of the Roman church. In the 14th century, Rudolf IV ordered a large-scale reconstruction. Cathedral. The funerals of successive Austrian emperors were held in this magnificent church. Since the late 15th century, Stephen's Cathedral has been a Catholic bishopric and an important church in Austria. The magnificent building Stephen's Cathedral is composed of one main building and three towers. The towering conical minarets rise into the sky, the colorful roof inlaid with green and yellow mosaic tiles shines in the sun, and the armband patterns composed of tiles and The double-headed eagle, representing the Habsburg dynasty, is magnificent. The interior of the church has been remodeled several times. Various European architectural arts are eclectically blended and eclectic. The sun shines into the church through the brightly colored stained glass windows, forming a dreamlike halo. Visiting the church and stepping into it, you will be greeted by the grand Gothic pulpit, designed and built by Anton Pilgram. On the organ support above the pulpit, there is also the missionary A statue of the author himself holding a compass and ruler. In addition, the statue of "Sad Jesus" (used to be jokingly called "Jesus with a toothache") in the church, the theme of the coronation of Mary, and the finely carved Baroque altar are also worth seeing. Visit the underground cemetery The underground cemetery of Stephen's Cathedral houses the bones of about 2,000 victims of the Black Death and the internal organs of 72 members of the Habsburg royal family, Holy Roman Emperor Frederick III, Rudolf IV The sarcophagus of Frederick III is also placed here, among which the great sarcophagus of Frederick III is a masterpiece of post-Gothic sculpture art in the early 16th century, weighing 8 tons. The south tower, which is more than 130 meters high, is the highest part of the exterior of the entire church. The exquisite carvings make it known as one of the most beautiful Gothic spires in the world, and it is affectionately called "Steffl" by the locals. Tiff). You can go up the stairs along the narrow spiral staircase in the minaret to the viewing platform about 70 meters high, and have a glimpse of the scenery of Vienna, which is full of beautiful scenery. The tall and straight Gothic buildings stand side by side with the magnificent Baroque palaces, which are well-proportioned. The new high-rise buildings mixed in the classical buildings also add a modern atmosphere to the symphony of the capital city. The North Tower, which was originally expected to be built in conjunction with the South Tower, was only built to a height of 60 meters due to financial difficulties at the time. However, on the top of the tower is the "Pomerin" bell, a major attraction of the cathedral, which is the third largest in Europe. The church bell, made of bronze cannons left over from the Turkish army, weighed 20 tons. It was later destroyed in World War II and rebuilt in 1952. At present, the bell of Pumelin will ring on major festivals. On the New Year's Eve, the bell of "Pumerlin" rang through the whole city, conveying the blessings of the new year to people. When visiting the North Tower, you can take the elevator and enjoy the vicissitudes of life up close.Austria · Vienna
Hallstatt
Hallstatt, located in the Salzkammergut region of Upper Austria, is an ancient town nestled on the shores of Lake Hallstatt, boasting a history spanning thousands of years. Surrounded by towering Alpine peaks, the town's crystal-clear lake and breathtaking scenery have earned it a UNESCO World Heritage status. Hallstatt is renowned for its long history of salt mining, with its mines being among the oldest in the world, allowing visitors to explore the mines. The town's narrow, quaint streets and colorful wooden houses, built into the hillside, are reflected in the tranquil lake, creating postcard-perfect scenes and making it one of Austria's most iconic tourist destinations.Hallstatt · 87.8 km from Palfau
Charles Bridge
The Charles Bridge connects the old town and the small town of Prague. It is a landmark building in Prague, and it is also the oldest stone bridge in the city. It is often said that "you have come to Prague by crossing this bridge". Inscribed on the World Heritage List This is a Gothic stone bridge imitating the Roman Angel Bridge, and it is the only way for the coronation procession of the kings of the past dynasties. In 1992, the Charles Bridge was included in the World Heritage List. When it was first built, its name was "Stone Bridge". It is said that egg yolks are also mixed into the raw mortar for reinforcement. The open-air Baroque Statue Museum Charles Bridge is 516 meters long and has a particularly wide deck. The bridge is known as "Europe's open-air Baroque sculpture gallery". There are various sculptures and reliefs decorated on both sides of the bridge. There are a total of 30 saint sculptures, all of which are masterpieces from Czech masters of the 17th and 18th centuries. It is said that behind each statue there is a touching historical story. Statue of St. John Among the many statues on the Charles Bridge, the statue of St. John is the more famous one and is considered to be the "official" guardian of the Charles Bridge. St. John, a cardinal, offended the king because of the political and religious struggle, and was sentenced to death and thrown into the river. A golden cross is engraved in the middle of the fence, where St. John was thrown from the bridge. Touch the statue and pray for happiness It is said that as long as you touch the statue of Charles Bridge with your heart, you will get a lifetime of happiness. Many bronze reliefs become very bright because too many people touch them. Most of the sculptures on the bridge have now been replaced by replicas, while the originals are kept in Prague's museums. Street artists on the bridge In addition to various statues, the street artists on the bridge are also a unique landscape. There are art painting booths on both sides of the bridge, and many street painters paint on the spot, and most of the themes are taken from the Charles Bridge. In addition, there are some artistic workers who perform with musical instruments, bringing infinite vitality to the Charles Bridge. The bridge tower overlooks the beauty of Prague There are two bridge towers at both ends of the Charles Bridge - the Old Town Bridge Tower and the Small Town Bridge Tower. You can climb the bridge tower and overlook the Charles Bridge and the city of Prague, which is even more beautiful when the sun sets in the evening.Czech Republic · Prague
Old Town Square
It's still amazing without the "Wishing Pond" "I stood on the square in Prague at dusk and cast my hope in the wishing pool..." You must have heard Jolin Tsai's "Prague Square", this song describes being surrounded by ancient medieval buildings Prague Old Town Square. But the reality is that there is no "wishing pool" mentioned in the lyrics in the square, but the fairy tale atmosphere that pervades here is enough to amaze you. Prague's Old Town Square was built about 900 years ago. It is a famous square in Prague's history. It is located between Wenceslas Square and Charles Bridge. It is also the heart of the whole city. In the center of the square, there is a statue of Hus built in 1915 to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the birth of Hus, President of Charles University. There are various styles of buildings around the square, including Gothic architectural masterpieces such as Tien Church and St. Nicholas Church in Baroque style. The astronomical clock on the outer wall of the old city hall is very popular with tourists. It will tell the time every hour. The window above the astronomical clock is opened, the bells are ringing in unison, and 12 icons appear one by one in the window like a revolving lantern. People bow. If you are interested, you can also climb the tower of the old town hall to overlook the panoramic view of the old city. The roof of the city is almost painted red, and the spires of the slightly protruding bell tower church are all green. They are messy and messy. Neatly distributed throughout the city, the vibrant colors give the Prague fairy tale flavor. Square Events The Old Town Square is not only a popular tourist venue, but is also frequently used for New Year's celebrations, holiday markets (Christmas and Easter) and gatherings. On weekdays, there are many street performers performing in the square, and many local young people come here to take wedding photos. You can buy some bread to feed the free-flying pigeons in the square, or you can spend some money to take a horse-drawn carriage to explore the corners of the square. There are many cafes around the square. If you are tired, you can order a cup of coffee in the open-air cafe, and don't miss grilled sausages and ice cream. It is a refreshing thing to enjoy the music and dance in the square. There are many small shops in the alleys around the square, selling all kinds of art goods, if you like, you can buy some as souvenirs.Czech Republic · Prague
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What travelers say about Palfau
随风入梦喵July 19, 2026
4.0
It takes climbing some steps to reach Prague Castle. St. Vitus Cathedral was under renovation, which slightly affected the view, but overall it was very worthwhile. Golden Lane, where Kafka's birthplace is located, is tiny. I also bought a separate ticket for the bell tower and climbed up to get a bird's-eye view of the entire Prague skyline.
Prague Castle
Anonymous userSeptember 6, 2026
5.0
Great experience at Upper Belvedere! The booking through Trip.com was easy and smooth. Loved seeing the beautiful paintings, especially Klimt’s masterpieces. The palace and artwork were amazing. Definitely worth a visit! 😊
Belvedere Palace
Tania Akter (Bangladesh)May 9, 2026
5.0
Visiting Schönbrunn Palace was like stepping into a royal fairytale. The palace’s stunning Baroque architecture, beautifully decorated rooms, and rich imperial history create an unforgettable experience. Walking through the magnificent gardens, with fountains, statues, and panoramic views of Vienna, felt peaceful and magical. The Gloriette viewpoint is especially breathtaking at sunset. Every corner reflects elegance, culture, and centuries of history. The audio tour is informative and engaging, making the visit even more enjoyable. Whether you love history, architecture, or photography, Schönbrunn Palace is a must-visit destination in Vienna that leaves visitors amazed and inspired.
Schönbrunn Palace
Jason EggJuly 1, 2026
5.0
The Munich Residence is one of the most impressive historical attractions in Munich. The palace is beautifully decorated with grand halls, elegant rooms, and detailed artwork that show the wealth and history of the Bavarian royal family. I enjoyed walking through the different sections of the palace, especially the lavish rooms filled with paintings, chandeliers, and antique furniture. The museum was well organized, and there was plenty of information about the history of the building and its former rulers. The peaceful courtyards also provided a nice place to relax during the visit. Overall, the Munich Residence offers a wonderful mix of history, art, and architecture. It is a must-visit for anyone interested in culture and royal history, and I would gladly visit again.
Munich Residence
RuthRMay 3, 2025
4.0
Wonderfull place, so many Architecture and i hope i can back again
St. Stephen's Cathedral
Seay DoerJune 24, 2026
5.0
I had an amazing experience visiting Hallstatt, and it felt like stepping into a real-life postcard. The village is incredibly beautiful, with calm lake views, traditional wooden houses, and mountains surrounding the area. One unforgettable moment was standing by the lake early in the morning when the water was completely still and reflected the entire village like a mirror. I also enjoyed walking through the small streets, taking photos at every corner because the scenery was just so stunning. The atmosphere is peaceful and relaxing, very different from busy cities. Overall, Hallstatt is one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited and definitely worth the trip for its breathtaking views and quiet charm.
Hallstatt
Tablet666June 1, 2026
5.0
The Charles Bridge's towers resemble black, square monuments, and the smell of the Vltava River wafts through the archways. Thirty statues of saints stand on either side, the most famous being St. John of Nepomuk, his bronze relief gleaming from being touched so many times. Stalls selling sketches and bracelets line the bridge, but quiet descends in the middle. At dusk, swans glide past the piers, their flapping wings clearer than human voices. Looking down from the archways, the castle district's spires become silhouettes in the setting sun.
Charles Bridge
LumiKMarch 1, 2023
5.0
Living in the Old Town of Prague, it is very convenient to get there. The most famous attractions in Prague are gathered together. With "Old Town Square (also known as: Prague Square)" as the center, you can reach the Tyne Church, the Old City Hall, and the Astronomical Clock within walking distance. , St. Nicholas Church.
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