Tuesday, 3 March 2015

Vienna, Austria

The Natural History and History of Art museums

Due to an architectural project at university I had the pleasure of visiting the city of Vienna in February. The main focus of my trip was the Ringstraße, this is a ring road that circles the medieval core of the city.

The Parliament Building 

The Ringstraße was built due to the destruction of the original city defence wall. The need was expansion was necessary being the main contributor for the destruction of the wall.

From the destruction of the wall came the construction of many impressive structures around the city centre.


Historic maps of the city planning


The main focus of my trip was looking at the museums located along the Ringstraße. The two museums are located opposite one another, built in a Neo-Renaissance style.

 The History of Art Museum


Inside The Natural History Museum


The State Opera, Known for hosting famous balls


The Looshaus designed by the famous architect Adolf Loos

The beautiful St. Stephens cathedral located in the centre of the city


Archways into the State Opera


Outside the Natural History museum







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