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Austria and Czech Republic, May 2002

Stephansdom: One of Vienna's most famous and recognizeable Cathedrals at dusk.

Johann Strauss II: Vienna's memorial to the famed Waltz King stands in the heart of the Stadtpark.

Hofburg: The main entrance to the seat of the Imperial Austria's government. A statue of Empress Maria Theresia welcomes visitors.

Karlskirche: Another of Vienna's landmarks, with its distinctive dome and four Minarettes.

Hundertwasser Haus: Architect Friedrich Hundertwasser created this unique building where very surface serves a functional purpose.

Schloß Schönbrunn: The Austrian Imperial Palace is one of the largest in Europe. Its grounds contain a small zoo and numerous fountains.

Old meets new: It is not uncommon to see a Fiaker share the road with automobiles in Vienna.

So cute, it's Smart: Designed and built by Mercedes Benz, these subcompacts are the vehicle of choice in many European cities.

Prazský Hrad: Perched on a hill overlooking the city of a thousand spires, Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral are an imposing sight.

Josefov: The Jewish quarter in Prague's Old City district contains many unique buildings, such as the Synagogue.

Interior, Narodni Divadlo: The ornate, gilded ceiling of the auditorium in the National Theatre in Prague.

Narodni Divadlo at night: The National Theatre's unique architecture is even more impressive at night.

Staromeske Námesti: The cathedral on the Old City Square, iluminated at night is most entrancing.

Astronomical Clock: One of the most famous landmarks in Prague, this several centuries old clock is still one of the most accurate, and impressive devices of its kind in the world.

Karluv Most: Spanning the Vltava (Moldau) river, Charles Bridge is another of Prague's best known monuments.

Statues on Karluv Most: Some of the statues which line the Charles Bridge. Prague Castle and St. Vitus Cathedral are in the background.

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