Places of Interest in East Tyrol
- Aguntum near Lienz
Aguntum near Lienz:
Auguntum lies approximately 4 km east of Lienz. Once an important Roman settlement, it enjoyed its heyday under the emperor Claudius (41-54 AD) when it gained autonomy. Exposed ruins and a museum tell the story of this ancient city.
- Castle Bruck
Castle Bruck (City of Lienz Museum):
This castle was the residence of Count von Görz from ca. 1278 - 1500. It houses a chapel and frescos from Simon von Taisten. The castle has served as the City of Lienz Museum since 1943.
- Maria Hilf
Maria Hilf:
The occurrence of what many believe to be a miracle at Hollbruck in 1650 resulted in a pilgrimage city being erected shortly after. It was the enormous deluge of pilgrims that made it necessary to build the church, which was constructed between 1680 - 85. The architect, Michael Niedergatscher from Stegen near Bruneck, was supported by several other Tyrolean artists.
- Tammerburg Castle
Tammerburg Castle:
Tammerburg lies on the northern outskirts of Lienz. Over centuries, the castle has taken on various different functions, from an aristocratic estate, to a nursing home, a farmhouse and a kitchen for Bruck Castle. Today Tammerberg is owned by the city of Lienz. The castle was re-opened to the public on 1 May 2001, after restoration work was carried out.
- Anras Castle
Anras Castle:
Anras is nestled within an idyllic breathtaking landscape. It offers panoramic views from the Lienz Dolmites to the Sextner Dolomites. The province of Tyrol has installed a court museum exhibiting the history of judical sentencing from 1499 to the present date. The castle also houses special exhibitions from well-known artists, as well as landscape and alpine life photography shows.
- Galitzenklamm
Galitzenklamm:
The Galitzenklamm at the foot of the Dolomites attracts nature enthusiasts from near and far. Visitors can follow the cascading waterfalls and the flow of the flume along a newly laid path. You can admire the wonderful panoramic view of the power of nature by standing on the rock bridge.
- Land of Dolls
The Land of Dolls in Oberlienz:
Watch the dolls from Luise Oberhauser come to life, almost. See how they live, dress, work and party. The land of Dolls shows almost 500 unique handmade exhibits.
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