The Mirabell Gardens, renowned for their baroque beauty and enchanting atmosphere, are a green oasis in the heart of Salzburg, Austria. Spanning over 17 hectares, the gardens offer a variety of attractions, from sculptures and spectacular fountains to impeccable flower gardens and green labyrinths.
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The Mirabell Gardens were created at the beginning of the 17th century by Archbishop Wolf Dietrich von Raitenau as a gift for his mistress, Salome Alt. In the 1720s, the gardens were renovated in the French baroque style by architect Johann Lukas von Hildebrandt, under the direction of Archbishop Franz Anton von Harrach.
Main attractions:
Mirabell Stairs: Known also as the Angel Stairs, the stairs are flanked by impressive sculptures of angels and offer a panoramic view of the gardens and the city of Salzburg.
Flower Garden: The flower garden is an explosion of colors and scents, with a variety of flowers arranged in intricate patterns.
Pegasus Fountain: The central fountain of the gardens, the Pegasus Fountain, is a baroque masterpiece, with elaborate sculptures depicting the winged horse Pegasus.
