The Landhaus- located in the Herrengasse in Graz in Styria, Austria- is the headquarter of the Styrian Provincial Government. It is considered one of the most important Renaissance buildings in Central Europe. Of particular interest is the arcade court inside. In the same building you find the Landeszeughaus – the armory. It was used as […]
Lake Toplitz in Styria
Lake Toplitz is a small lake in the Styria in western Austria, 61 mi away from Salzburg. From the end of the Grundlsee the Toplitzsee is within walking distance. The lake is 337 ft deep and because of the many tree trunks which do not rot, it is not without danger for divers. From a depth […]
Herberstein Castle in Styria
Herberstein Castle is located in “St. Johann bei Herberstein” in Styria, Austria. It is surrounded by ornate gardens which serve as venue for changing exhibitions. The castle dates back to the 12th century and was altered fundamentally in the 17th century. The huge animal park – structured according to the five continents – is very […]
Explore the Erzberg mine in Austria by Hauly
The Erzberg mine, located in Styra, 37 miles northwest of Graz Austria – is the world’s biggest deposit of siderite and largest open pit mine in Western Europe. It seems that already the Romans excavated the Iron ore in this mine. The extracted ore contains only few sulfur and phosphor so that it is best […]