Day Four (Dec. 30): Vienna –Arrive at Vienna in the afternoon

Ø Check in

The Praterstern Apartment is just 300 metres from the Praterstern Train and Underground Station, which offers direct connections to Vienna’s city centre and the airport.

  

Ø  Gloriette

A gloriette (little room) is a building in a garden erected on a site that is elevated with respect to the surroundings. It was built in 1775. The structural execution and shape of gloriette can vary greatly, often in the form of a pavilion or tempietto, more or less open on the sides.

Ø  Schloss Schönbrunn Palace

Schönbrunn Palace is a former imperial summer residence located in Vienna, Austria. The 1,441-room Baroque palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural and historical monuments in the country. The history of the palace and its vast gardens spans over 300 years, reflecting the changing tastes, interests, and aspirations of successive Habsburg monarchs.

In 1762, six-years-old Mozart took his first step towards an international career by performing for Empress Maria Theresia in Schönbrunn Palace and deeply impressed the Empress. At such a young age, Mozart already composed a lot of great pieces and showed the world the essence of music. As a music theory learner, I understand how hard it is to compose a decent piece. It required tons of dedication and love for the music. Mozart's spirit amazed me and I feel very lucky that I can be influenced by him. 

There will be several concerts featuring the music of Mozart within Orangerie, Schönbrunn Palace. I’m going to book a package called Rendezvous with Mozart, including dinner and a concert ticket.

By listening to these people playing Mozat's music, I feel blessed that his incredible works have been passed through centuries. It reminds me what a great composer he was.

Hofburg Redoutensaal