The railway museum in Trieste offers a charm of its own. The old locomotives and waggon stand inside the former station hall, which has lost its roof. That way, it is an open-air museum now.
“Steile Lagerung” in Essen
After arriving at Essen Main Station, train travellers find this sculpture near the station hall. The work “Steile Lagerung” by sculptor Max Kratz reminds us that Essen was one of the largest mining towns in Europe for a certain period.
Roman Wedding in Carnuntum
The Archeological Park of Carnuntum entertains visitors with reenactments like this Roman wedding. That way, people learn the bride used to be veiled during the celebration. Besides civic traditions, Carnuntum also presents military routines.
Kinizsi-vár in Nagyvázsony
This tower is part of the former stronghold of the legendary Hungarian military leader Pál Kinizsi. By climbing up this tower of Kinizsi-vár (Kinizsi Castle), I learned something new about the interior of residential towers in earlier ages.
Manhole cover in Mannheim
In Mannheim, I came across an interesting use of a manhole cover. It advertises a Buttons Museum (Knopf & Knopf Museum). You’ll find the museum in a former railway station building in Warthausen.
Roman fashion show in Carnuntum
Fashion shows are another appreciated event during Carnuntum festivals. During such presentations, people hear about different dresses in Roman history. That way, the audience also learns how many steps are needed to put on a traditional toga.
Snežnik Castle in Kozarišče
Snežnik Castle (Grad Snežnik) in Kozarišče saw its first mention in 1268. Visitors enjoy the interior and the furniture of a noble family living in the 19th/20th century. Besides, you will be delighted by its location next to a small pond.
Emblems of Nuremberg
On the left side, you see the Great Emblem (Große Wappen). On the right side, you see the Minor Emblem (Kleine Wappen) of Nuremberg. The left one is generally used by administrative bodies, whereas the right one is used by some companies.
Monument to Peter Rosegger
This monument to Peter Rosegger stands in Kapfenberg. He became famous as a regional writer. The inscription mentions him as a poet of the forest, which probably refers to the fact that he grew up in the nearby woodland and wrote much about life there.
Steam locomotive JŽ 151-001
This steam locomotive pedestalled in front of the railway station of Maribor, was built in Wiener Neustadt (Austria) in 1903. In the beginning, the locomotive JŽ 151-001 served on the Rohitsch Local Railway.
Drachenburg Castle
Drachenburg Castle (Schloss Drachenburg) is a late 19th-century building in the style of a fairy-tale palace. Its founder was Baron Stephan von Sarter, a broker and banker. You have the depicted view from the terrace of the nearby Petersberg Grand Hotel.
Bruck Castle in Lienz
Bruck Castle (Schloss Bruck) is a short walk from the town of Lienz. From afar, it looks like a real knight’s castle. Inside the chapel of the 13th-century castle, visitors find magnificent frescos created by Simon von Taisten.