Villach (Austria) – the most detailed information about the city with photos. The main attractions of Villach with descriptions, guides and cards.
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City Villach (Austria)
Villach is a city in the south of Austria in the federal state of Carinthia. Located on the border with Italy and Slovenia, in the heart breathtaking mountain landscapes. Fillah – the seventh largest a country town that has a long history, rooted in Antiquity. This place is an ideal starting point for travels in the Southern Alps, as well as visits to the picturesque lakes Carinthia and thermal springs.
- Geography and climate
- Practical information
- Story
- How to get there
- Shopping and shopping
- sights
- Video
- Maps and guides
- Comments and reviews
Geography and climate
Villach is located in the south of Austria in the Carnic Alps on the shores river Drava. The climate is temperate. Summer is warm and humid. Winter cool with slight frosts.
Villach in winter
Practical information
- The population is 61.9 thousand people.
- The area is 134.9 square kilometers.
- The language is German.
- Currency – Euro.
- Visa – Schengen.
- Time – Central European UTC +1, in summer +2.
Story
In the era of the Roman Empire, a small Roman settlement Santikum. By the 9th century, a trade area appeared item that was bestowed upon Bishop Brixen. From the 11th century to the middle 18 century the city was subordinate to the bishops of Bamberg. In 1240, Villach Got city rights.
In 1348 and 1690 strong earthquakes almost completely destroyed the city. In 1759, Villach became part of the Austrian of the state. During the Napoleonic Wars, the city was part of Illyrian provinces that submitted to France. During the second World War II Villach was significantly damaged during bombing.
Panorama of Villach
How to get there
There is no airport in Villach. The nearest air ports are located in Klagenfurt and Ljubljana. Villach is a major railway junction. City It has a railway connection with Vienna, Graz, Klagenfurt, Salzburg, Linz, Innsbruck, Bregenz, Munich, Zurich, Venice, Ljubljana, Zagreb and Belgrade.
Shopping and shopping
Many shops are located in the Hauptplatz area and in the historic center. In the area of Mariagailerstrasse are several shopping centers and supermarkets.
Villach
sights
The old town of Villach (called Altstadt) is one of the most picturesque in the south of Austria. Great place to start. Dating the city is the long main square (known as Hauptplatz), which is the heart of the historic center.
Main square
On the north side of the square there is a bridge over the Drava. AT the center has a column of sv. Trinity 1739 year. On the south tip is the late Gothic church of sv. Jacob founded in the 12th century. The tower has a height of 95 meters, and the interior The church contains interesting elements of Gothic and Baroque. Also area surround beautiful historic buildings.
Church of sv. Jacob
Lederergasse – atmospheric old street artisans, located in the northwestern part of the old town.
Holy Church Cross
The Church of the Holy Cross – a beautiful pink Baroque building of the 18th century, one of the symbols of Villach. The highlight of its architecture are tall twin towers with a clock. Interior contains beautiful murals.
Church of sv. Martina
Church of sv. Martina stands on a hill on the right bank of the Drava River. This hill was inhabited by the Romans. First church here It was built in the 9th century in the era of the Franks. The building was rebuilt in Baroque style in the 16th century.
Ruins of Landskrona
Landskron – a medieval castle in the northeast of Villach, most of which was destroyed in the 19th century during the fire. Located on top of a hill 676 m high. To date preserved remarkable ruins. From here there is a beautiful view of Drava Valley and the Slovenian Alps.
Alpine road
Alpine Road – a picturesque mountain road with a length of 16 km with stunning scenery. Is paid.
Lake Faker
Places of interest near Villach:
- Lake Faker – a beautiful lake with crystal clear turquoise water at the foot of Mount Mittagskogel (2143 m).
- Lake Ossiacher – the third largest lake in Carinthia, surrounded by hills and mountain peaks. On the southern shore of the lake there is a large village in which there is an ancient Benedictine abbey.
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