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The clouds cleared up a little bit and the sun shone at Mirabellgarten, a serene park edged between the train station and the riverside.
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At one edge, Schloss Mirabell's beautiful gardens came into full view, and the Festung Hohensalzburg was straight ahead.
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The gardens are beautifully-manicured with varying colours, patterns, and
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The leafy southern exit leads to Makartplatz.
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The river bends around Salzburg, and hills on both sides give a pretty backdrop to the city.
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Streams of tourists were already entering the old town. The various merchants were ready to do some business!
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Museum der Moderne Monchsberg is perched above the city, and offers a lovely view of the town. Strangely, the throngs of tourists that were crossing the river did not realize this spot.
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Back on ground level, Salzburg's old town is small and walkable.
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Various municipal facilities are hidden away in the geography. This facade looks interesting, and unexpectedly, a parking lot entrance lies inside.
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The equine fountain's use has changed today, but is nevertheless a pretty sight.
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Franziskanerkirche's history goes back a thousand years, and hence the structure incorporates a variety of architectural styles.
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