Graz
HillThe Castle Hill with its central location dominates the city. |
ViewA view across the city from halfway up Castle Hill with the Church of Annunciation in the middle.
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HofgasseOne of the many streets in the old town. |
HouseGraz also presents modern style, here with a professional graffiti.
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Mariahilfer ChurchThe two bell-towers at night. |
UndergroundA network of tunnels under the Castle Hill dates back to WWII, when people took shelter from bombing raids.
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BurgA castle build in the 15th century within the old town. |
Franciscan ChurchCompleted in 1240.
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StaircaseThe ceiling of the famous double spiral staircase in the Burg. |
City HallAs seen from the Hauptplatz (Main Square).
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CastleA part of the castle on the Schlossberg, a perfect place for fortifications. |
SchlossbergThis hill within the city center is an ideal location for a walk with great views across Graz.
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Clock TowerA tower featuring a big clock, built in the 13th century on the Schlossberg. |
Bell TowerAlso situated on the Schlossberg, this tower only performs acoustic duties.
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FountainOn the Square of Human Rights. |
BlueA bridge for pedestrians leads over an island in the Mur river with a small concert arena.
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Palace
The baroque residence of the Eggenberg family waits for visitors on the periphery of Graz, surrounded by a big park. The palace was built in the 17th century.
Courtyard
The inner courtyard of the Eggenberg Palace.
Calvary Hill
Yet another hill, a bit outside of town on the river Mur, with a Way of the Cross leading to the top and a chapel nearby.
River
The Mur, a typical mountain river with rushing alpine waters, the Schlossberg and the Franciscan church within sight. The sky prepares for a thunderstorm.
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