by Robin Rodig |
November 06, 2012
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Salz, salt. Burg, castle or fortress. This city flourished due to salt.
Or "white gold" as my personal tour guide, Gunther, called it. I was the only one signed up for the tour so it was me and my spritely, senior citizen friend Gunther together all afternoon. And since the tour moved more quickly because it was just me, Gunther took me on about three tours. Bonus!
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by Robin Rodig |
November 05, 2012
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Hell might be a little chilly this weekend.
I spent Friday night at church. Not just one church. Two churches. I was church hopping! A prayer progressive, if you will.
OK, admittedly, there was an ulterior motive. The Renaissance feel of Salzburg is in part flaunted by the many, many concerts of classical music offered around the city. The cathedrals in particular (since the music of these celebrated composers was often created for the church) are some of the biggest concert promoters. I can't tell whether there are different groups coming to perform at a single venue or whether it's like the house band promoting the newest set they just learned at a dive bar. Either way, my church concert experience was far from dive-y.
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by Robin Rodig |
November 03, 2012
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Arriving in Salzburg, I quickly became excited at the realization that my home here could not be more immersed in the Altstadt historic district. Just steps from the Alter Markt and Salzburger Dom Cathedral where two of the prominent Christmas markets will be held. Winding cobblestone streets outside my front door. The line of horse-drawn carriages around the corner. The various vendor-filled squares. A violinist on this corner, an accordian player on that showcasing the city's music heritage. It's all...so... old-world Euro and feels like I've gone back in time.
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