DomQuartier Salzburg, History museum in Salzburg, Austria
DomQuartier Salzburg connects the prince-archbishops' Residenz palace, the Cathedral, and St. Peter's Abbey through interconnected buildings displaying art and historical exhibits. The three structures form a unified complex linked by passages with artworks spanning multiple centuries.
The complex developed as the seat of power for prince-archbishops who governed Salzburg from the 11th century until the early 1800s from these connected buildings. The architecture and art collections reflect the changing styles and wealth of these rulers across the centuries.
The Residenz Gallery displays European paintings from the 16th to 19th centuries by Dutch, Italian, French, and Austrian artists. You can observe how the prince-archbishops built their art collections and what styles they favored.
You can visit Wednesday through Monday, with entry permitted until about one hour before closing time. Wearing comfortable shoes is helpful since the connected buildings cover a lot of ground to explore.
The Cathedral Museum holds the Rupertus Cross, a rare artwork from the 8th century that stands as one of the oldest objects in the collection. This small yet significant piece represents the longest span of history among all displayed items.
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