Destination: AUSTRIA
Sights * Dom * Festspielhaus * Festung Hohensalzburg * Franziskanerkirche * Getreidegasse * Haus der Natur * Mirabellgarten * Mozarts Geburtshaus * Mozart-Wohnhaus * Residenz * Salzburger Museum Carolino Augusteum * Stiftskirche St. Peter	Dom The ornate facade of the Dom (Cathedral), the first truly Italian-style church to be built north of the Alps, dominates the Domplatz, its four huge marble statues giving an indication of the interior splendors. There's been a cathedral here since the eighth century; today's structure is the third to occupy the site. It was built between 1614 and 1628, badly damaged during World War II, and completely restored by 1959. The huge interior, accommodating 10,000 people, is a riot of stucco, marble and gilding, the simple 14th-century font providing a serene contrast. You can visit the crypt to see the foundations of the medieval cathedral and the remains of the original Roman church, while the museum has superb treasures such as an eighth-century cross. Address: Domplatz Phone: Cathedral excavations: 0662 845 295-55; Museum 0662 844 189 Open: Cathedral excavations: daily 10-6, May-Oct. Museum: Mon.-Sat. 10-5, Sun. 1-6, early May-late Oct. Bus: 5, 6, 51, 55 Admission: Cathedral excavations less than €2 ; Museum €2-€5 Practical: Guided tours Sat. at 10:30	COUNTRY Austria REGION CITIES Vienna Innsbruck Salzburg   Things To Know   Sights   Essential Info   Features MAPS World Europe TRAVEL BOOK