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Vienna: A City of Charm and Intrigue by Mary McGrath If you’ve seen  Rome, Venice, Florence and other European destinations, why not try Italy’s near-neighbor, Austria? Article rating: 8.57

Aside from its affiliation with Mozart, and the Sound of Music, Vienna combines the romance of Venice, the efficiencies of Germany, along with the magnitude of Rome. Vienna is a charming metropolis, filled with enchanting sites, contemporary shopping and great cuisine, housing enough architectural wonder to placate any photographer. Take a stroll with your camera and be prepared to shoot incessantly. There are so many visual opportunities in this ancient city.

1)  It’s always great to get a start with the early morning light. The streets are quiet, affording you a chance to compose.

2) Architecture is one of the main attractions of this city. You can spend days reveling in the towering structures that great you upon every turn.

3) If it’s sculpture you’re after, you won’t be disappointed in Vienna.

4) In the bosom of Vienna’s popular shopping district is the Stephansdom, also known as St. Stephan’s Cathedral.

5) One of the many attractions in Vienna is a visit to the Spanish Riding School where mares gather with their young foals to frolic.

6) Enjoy scenes like this on your way to visit the Spanish Riding School.

7) Take a carriage ride through the city if your feet are tired.

8) A visit to the Schonbrunn Palace, the marvelous summer retreat of the Habsburg dynasty, is a must for any Viennese traveler.

9) Get ready for architectural wonder as you tour the inside of many of the cathedrals.

© 2007 Mary McGrath

10) Why not take a tour of the Danube, where you can meet friendly tourists from around the world?

11) All along the Danube, there is a plethora of “vacation homes,” some on the water, some erected on land.

12) Part of the intrigue of going on the Danube is to see some of the local artwork.

13) Even taking candid shots in foreign lands can be a real treat if you plan accordingly.

14) There are some dramatic perspectives if you keep your eyes open.

A word of caution: When you’re traveling, make sure you take great care to guard your memory cards and film. Most travelers check their camera equipment in their carryon luggage, which is always the safest option. Have fun, and enjoy the sites!

Mary McGrath is a freelance writer and photographer whose work has appeared in Newsweek, Good Housekeeping, Rangefinder, WPPI and many other publications. She can be reached through her web site at www.marymcgrathphotography.com

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	I THINK THESE PICTURES ARE GREAT THIS ARE THE KIND OF PICTURES I LIKE TO TAKE ALSO BLACE AND WHITE PICTURES EVEN THOUGH IM ONLY 15 I LOVE TO TAKE PICTURES AND THESE PICTURES EXPIER ME! Posted by: KRISTINA PALOMAREZ Dec 21, 2007 @ 11:4 PM EST
	Terrific shots! Captured the spirit of the land! Posted by: Dennis Blakeley Dec 23, 2007 @ 9:23 AM EST

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