
Castles and palaces
Hohensalzburg - fortress
Hohensalzburg - Festung Hohensalzburg
Austrian Alps
Salzburg,
Austria
Hohensalzburg (High Salzburg) is considered to be the largest fully preserved fortress in Central Europe. It is the most powerful structure in Salzburg, rising above its historic center. The beginnings of the facility date back to the 11th century. It is a museum facility, one of Austria`s greatest tourist attractions. The interiors hide beautiful, gothic prince chambers and a museum documenting the history of the building.