As the capital
city of Tyrol in western Austria, Innsbruck is one of the most magnificent
tourist spots in the world. Situated in the broad valley between two mountains,
the city is renowned as a winter sports destination for the sports’ lovers. As
the synonym of its name implies “Inn Bridge”, it stayed the important dwelling
place of people right from the Stone Age. From time immemorial, it has remained
witness to innumerable important turns and twists in history and for this,
hordes of tourists arrive every year to view its imposing monuments and other
places of attraction. Due to its tremendous significance on the world tourism
map, visitors take the first flight to Innsbruck without a second
thought.
Must Visit Places and Things to do
1.
Tirol Panorama Museum- worth of airfare
for Innsbruck
Undoubtedly, a
trip to Innsbruck would become incomplete without visiting Tirol Panorama
museum. As an architectural
master-piece, it draws hundreds of thousands of tourists from around the world.
The museum has richly treasured the memories of battle between Napoleonic
troops and Tyrolean rebels in the year 1809. The visitors view the vivid
description of wars in its collection.
2.
Europa Bridge- view its imposing structure
The 777 meter
long bridge springs surprises in the minds of every visitor as it spans across
famous Sill River. It is the main part of the route across the Alps from
western Austria to South Tyrol in Italy. The lengthiest bridge serves as a
life-long memory even after the guests board flights from Innsbruck.
3.
Hasegg Castle- the real price of flight ticket to Innsbruck
As it is really
heart-warming to view this 700 year old castle, visitors from all over the
world flock to see this monument, which is now a major trading place for salt
mining and center of Tyrolean commerce. Though the purpose behind construction
of this building was to extend protection for salt mines, the shipping
industry, and the bridge between Inn River and old Roman road, later the castle
turned into a major attraction for the tourists.
4.
Armory Innsbruck- view
the imposing armory arsenal
As Macmillan I
had spent five years of time (1500-1505) to build up this arsenal for storage
of weapons, the large repository of guns springs surprises for one and all.
Viewing the vast storehouse is indeed the true worth of airfare for Innsbruck. With
the existence of copper mines in Tyrol, the city had a flourishing arms
industry. The armory was operating till the year 1918 it was literally
abandoned for successive four decades. The place was restored to its original
shape in the year 1969 and opened as the Tyrolean State History museum.
5.
Nordkette- unforgettable till the visitors board the flights from Innsbruck
The magnificent
range of mountains lies in the northern side of Innsbruck in Austria and this
is indeed a treat for the eyes for the visitors from various parts of the
world. This is also the largest nature park of Austria, which the visitors
could reach directly from Innsbruck within a short span of time. Nicknamed as the jewel of the Alps, this
panoramic mountain at Innsbruck is a paradise for every passionate visitor.
6.
Natterer See- View the wonderful nature
This magnificent
lake, located above 830 meters sea level, attracts innumerable tourists from
all over the world. With several hiking trails linking this place, the natural
sights could become the real worth of tickets to Innsbruck. The excellent
quality of the water in the lake literally casts a spell on every visitor
inviting them to spend time in the quietude of natural bounties.
7.
Glungezer Ski Resort- true worth of ticket to Innsbruck
This is the ski
resort that invites literally everyone- beginners, experts, cruisers, and
snowboarders. Although small in size, Glungezer ski resort offers something for
everyone. The destination is a major
attraction for people from various walks of life. The immaculate snow covered
location has the magnetic attraction for every nature lovers.
8.
Tyrolean Folk art museum- largest collection from traditional and
folk items
Considered as
one of the best folk art museums of Innsbruck, Tyrolean folk art museum has the
widest collection of items, such as old handicrafts, regional and traditional
costumes, household belongings, potteries and glass items, and other precious
things from culture and tradition.
9.
Innsbruck Cathedral- View the eighteenth century magnificent
monument
Innsbruck
cathedral is familiar as cathedral of St. James. Numerous visitors arrive at
this sacred monument, which is erected in the memories of Apostle St.
James. The mind-bewitching designs by
the architect-Johann Jakob Herkomer- keep the hordes of pilgrims engrossed in
watching marvels.
10.
Helbling House- Magnificent imposing structure
Although the
original structure of the house was erected in 15th century, newer
developments in the architectural designs followed in the next centuries. The magnificent monument built in Gothic
styles and especially the Baroque façade have undying charms for one and all.
Best time to Visit
Period from
December to April is the best time to make a trip to Innsbruck. The place gets
highest turnouts during this period. The magnificent Alps get covered with snow
and during this time, Innsbruck stays the most favorite destination of hundreds
of thousands of visitors from all over the world. As a tourists’ destination,
Innsbruck appears picturesquely perfect and hundreds of thousands of people
pour in from different parts of the world.
Weather
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July remains the hottest month
in the year. January is the coldest month in the year with an average
temperature of 19 degree centigrade.
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June remains the wettest month
in the year with approximately 190 mm of rainfall. As Austria is geographically
located in a temperate climatic zone, the atmospheric heat largely depends on
the altitude of the place as the temperature dips 5 degree centigrade more after
climbing the height of every 300 meters.
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With a humid continental
climate, Innsbruck often gets gales as winter is bitingly cold and snowy. As a season, summer is really variable and
unpredictable. During this, sudden rainfall and rise in atmospheric heat are
very common occurrences.
