Salzburg, Austria
Salzburg is a city that has much to offer:
Salzburg is considered by many to be one of the most beautiful
cities in Europe. With a population of about 140,000,
it is situated on the northern edge of the eastern Alps and
close to the German border. It is surrounded by picturesque
mountains and is near a famous lake district. The city
itself still mirrors in its historical center a thousand
years of European history and culture. Its rich musical
heritage is reflected in a great variety of concerts and
other musical events throughout the year. There are also five
theatres that show plays, musicals, and opera from September
through June, as well as the world famous Mozart festivals in January, at Easter, and in the summer.
As a traditional university town - the old Benedictine
university was re-founded in 1623, abolished in 1810, and refounded
as a state institution in 1962 - Salzburg offers an excellent
background for scholarly research.
As a place of rare natural and artistic beauty (and the site of the "Sound of Music"), Salzburg is a European center of tourism. It also plays a significant role in international trade. Situated in the heart of Europe, the city has gained further significance since the opening of Eastern Europe. As a traditional border town and major crossroad, Salzburg has established itself as a center of import and export, banking, and international transport which makes it a great location for the study of international business and communication.
Salzburg’s central location provides an ideal point of departure for anywhere in Europe. See Travel for details on field trips and independent travel opportunities at Salzburg College.
From Our Students
“It was great to have the world as my classroom, learning about Europe and then seeing it first hand on field trips and living in Salzburg. This city is a great location. It’s centrally located and there is a lot to do here.“
-- Jennifer Murray, Southern Illinois University
“Studying Mozart in his hometown was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.”
-- Caitlin McGuire, Trinity University
"The possibilities of Europe have been endless: from hiking the Gaisberg to weekend trips wherever your heart desires to just sitting and talking with your host family. School was great and really provided integrated education. It wasn’t just about sitting in a classroom. It is about going and doing and understanding things from first-hand experience. It has been an experience I will treasure all of my life."
-- Hayden Tucker, Ouachita Baptist University |
Photos of Salzburg, Austria
|
