What a telling name for the second biggest
city in Austria (Slav. „gradec“=castle): Due to
its location Graz has been a major fortress combating intruding
Ottomans for centuries. The world’s largest collection
of medieval weapons is one of the city’s major attractions.
Marvel at the beauty of the ancient quarters, which have been
strongly influenced by Italian Renaissance.
The town’s landmark “Uhrturm” offers an impressive
view over Graz and is the only remnant of the once mighty
fortress, which was destroyed during the Napoleonic Wars.
Graz has been cultural capital of Europe in 2003. To celebrate
the event some fascinating modern structures have been built,
for example an artificial island swimming on top of river
Mur.
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