Only in Vienna: A Guide to Unique Locations, Hidden Corners and Unusual Objects - Couverture souple

Smith, Duncan J.D.

 
9783950539226: Only in Vienna: A Guide to Unique Locations, Hidden Corners and Unusual Objects

Synopsis

Unlock the secrets of the Danube metropolis with this offbeat explorer’s guide now in its 5th edition. More than 80 fascinating and unusual historical sites in the Austrian capital, including hidden courtyards and subterranean surprises, coffeehouse culture and sacred spaces, little-known museums and forgotten cemeteries. From the Roman legions and Emperor Napoleon to the Habsburgs and Hitler. Including the legend of the Holy Lance, the Fool's Tower, Klimt's Last Studio, and the Knights of Blood Street. Find out about 007 in Vienna, Montezuma's headdress, Harry Lime's doorway, and Freud's secret of dreams.

Set off on your own urban expedition with the Only In Guides! These ground-breaking city guides are for independent cultural travellers wishing to escape the crowds, and locals keen to learn more about where they live. Unique locations, hidden corners, and unusual objects.

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À propos de l?auteur

Duncan J. D. Smith is a travel writer, historian and photographer. In his ground breaking Only In Guides he reveals cities from unique and hidden perspectives. He has travelled across four continents and described his experiences in books, magazines, and online. Born in Sheffield, England in 1960, he studied history and archaeology at university. He is a Fellow of the Royal Geographical Society.

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