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I would have to agree with him. Over the few days we spent in Salzburg, I absolutely fell in love with the beautiful city and surrounding area. The grass covering the rolling hills and mountains seemed like a blanket of green with patches of colors from the wildflowers. It may be another location on a map, but there is so much more than meets the eye: the richness of the culture, vast amounts of history, and exciting opportunities to experience the city and bond as a family.
In addition to the beauty of the surrounding alps, Salzburg attracts thousands of visitors who want to see where "The Sound of Music" was filmed. We enjoyed visiting sites used in different parts of the movie ourselves, including Nonnberg Abbey, St. Peter's cemetery, and various sites from the song "Do, Re, Mi."
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| Re-enacting a scene from "Do, Re, Mi" |
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| The fountain and steps in the "Do, Re, Mi" finale |
In addition to re-enacting the scenes from the movie, we also enjoyed learning about the history of the city. A highlight of our time in Salzburg was visiting the Hohensalzburg fortress, the largest medieval fortress currently standing and intact. The fortress sits in a very strategic position, allowing it to protect the city. In fact, it was so intimidating that it prevented Salzburg from any attacks. We loved walking around inside and on top of the walls. I tried to imagine what it would have been like to live inside the fortress during its time as its own little town, complete with a bakery and various shops.
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| The view from the top of the fortress was incredible! |
The experiences and memories made in Salzburg are ones that will stay with me forever. From tasting new foods and trying to speak German to observing the culture and surrounding beauty, this city has been one of my favorites by far.
Just as Mozart put it, it has captivated me with its striking beauty. So long and farewell, Salzburg. You will always have a special place in my heart.
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