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If you're trying to choose the best destination for a winter holiday, you can't go wrong with a break to the Austrian city of Salzburg. Birthplace of the composer Mozart and the much-loved musical The Sound of Music, the city is a real treat for the eyes, with its beautiful baroque architecture and spires that stretch high into the skyline. Not only is Salzburg famous for its beauty - it was declared a Unesco World Heritage Site in 1997 - another of its claims to fame is the fantastic skiing opportunities that abound in the surrounding areas. Thousands of visitors flock to Austria every year to hit the slopes as a result of the nation's great reputation for the sport, as well as its fantastic and picturesque settings. Book holiday apartments in Salzburg and experience Austria's fourth-largest city for yourself - you'll be glad you did. If you're a fan of winter sports, you've come to the right place, as there are numerous resorts in the area that cater for skiers, as well as other activities such as snowboarding. Visit during the peak skiing season - which runs between late December and March - and take your pick of resorts. You might like to call in at Obertauern and the parts surrounding the Zauchensee Lake if you'd like to take to the slopes in truly beautiful and scenic settings. Skiwelt Amade, which connects slopes throughout an extensive area, is one of the most popular locations for skiers to visit, along with Schladming, which is a little further afield. If you're travelling with your family, you might like stop off at Grossarl to meet other groups travelling with youngsters, or if you'd like to try something new, why not stop off at the Gasteinertal in the south of Salzburg? Here you can enjoy a busy day on the slopes before relaxing in the hot springs. In the neighbouring areas you'll find the Hochkonig mountain in the Pinzgau as well as the prestigious and exclusive Kitzbuhel resort, oft frequented by the rich and famous. And in the time you spend on dry land, pay a visit to the city centre to take in some more stunning views of a man-made kind. Call in at the beautiful baroque cathedral and visit the attractive Hohensalzburg Fortress, which has spires that give it a fairytale air. You could also make time to admire Mirabell Gardens and visit Mozart's birthplace if you're a fan of classical music.
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