After visiting an exhibition about tourism in the rooms of Trauttmansdorff Castle, I had a relaxed walk through the gardens. It was a great experience to see such a lush landscape of plants in a region not far from the Alps. [German]
Tag: South Tyrol
Sundial in Merano
While I walked through Merano in Italy, I came across this sundial. I was impressed by how many elements and codes are compiled in this depiction. For example, you see the motto of Frederick III (A.E.I.O.U.) as well as a skull with an hourglass on top of it. [German]
Lebenberg Castle in Tscherms
Lebenberg Castle (Castel Monteleone) is a 13th-century castle in Tscherms, a place in the region of Merano. During a guided tour, you experience a fully furnished castle with a Rococo-style hall of mirrors and a three-floor high chapel of the 14th century. [German]
Frecciargento high speed train
The Frecciargento (top speed of 160 mph) belongs together with the Frecciarossa (190 mph) and the Frecciabianca (160 mph) to the group of Italian high-speed trains. The train depicted above is waiting in the central station of Bolzano for the exit towards Rome. [German]
Emblem of the Habsburgs in Merano
Another way to depict an emblem: A mosaic, seen at a bridge in Merano, Italy. It shows the coat of arms of the Habsburg family.
Statue at the railway station of Bolzano
At the railway station of Bolzano, I came across this statue. It reminds me of movies like ‘Metropolis’ by Fritz Lang.
Peculiar architecture in Bolzano
One of the most peculiar architectural impressions outside the Bolzano Main Station is this lizard climbing a wall. Above the sporty creature, you see two elements similar to ancient herms. I love the idea to put a sculpture of a lizard as an add-on.
Monument to Sisi in Merano
In a park of Merano, I came across a monument to Empress Elisabeth (‘Sisi’) of Austria. It happens to be I met her twice on this day. My train trip ended in Vienna, where I saw another sculpture of Sisi at the railway station Wien Westbahnhof.
Laubengasse in Merano
The Laubengasse in Merano saw its construction around 1200 at the request of the Count of Tyrol, Meinhard II. Since then, this alley with arcades has been considered the longest lane of its kind in Tyrol. Today, the Merano arcades are primarily known for their shopping opportunities.
Face of Santa Claus made of moss
At the Christmas Market of Merano, I found this depiction of Santa Clauss. Several mosses formed his face.
The train that not accepted my InterRail pass
It was in Merano where I finally came across a train that didn’t accept my InterRail pass! 🙂
Sigmundskron Castle near Bolzano
Photo of Sigmundskron Castle taken on a train trip from Bolzano to Meran. It saw its first mention as Formicaria in 945. Around 1473, Duke Sigmund the Wealthy converted it into a fortress and changed its name to Sigmundskron. Today, it houses a part of the Messner Mountain Museum.