EUROPE 02-Austria-Vienna 2 (11/08/02)

Schönbrunn Palace was the main residence of the Habsburg, the former Austria royal family. It is situated in the outskirt of the city and easily accessible. It is built in the style of most European Palaces, with a large palace building facing a large garden.

The sculpted garden space between the palace and the Neptune Well is the Great Parterre ("Great Ground Floor"). Lining the Great Parterre are '32 sculptures, which represent deities and virtues.

The garden axis points towards a 60 meters higher hill, which since 1775 is crowned by the Gloriette structure, designed to glorify Habsburg's power.

The Gloriette gives visitors a great view of the city. The St. Stephen's Cathedral is visible in the far.

The Hofburg, the royal palace in the center of the city. It currently serves as the official residence of the President of Austria.

Hofburg Neue Burg section, seen from Heldenplatz. In the center is the statue of Prince Eugene of Savoy.

Statue of Maria Theresa, the greatest monarch of the Habsburg, and one of the greatest female monarch in history.

The Austrian Parliament Building.

The Athena Fountain (Pallas-Athene-Brunnen) in front of the Parliament.