Minimundus in Austria
Wednesday, 18 June 2014 - 01:00 pm (CET/MEZ) Berlin | Author/Destination: European Union / Europäische Union General
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The Minimundus is a miniature park on the
Wörthersee at
Klagenfurt in
Carinthia . It displays over 150 miniature models of architecture from around the world, built at a ratio of 1:25.
Since its opening in 1958, more than 15 million visitors have visited the 26,000 square meters park. The proceeds benefit the children’s help organization Rettet das Kind (“Save the Child”), which owns the park.
Neuschwanstein Castle © Nasenbärli
A small selection of the models: St. Stephen’s Cathedral, Statue of Liberty, Saint Peter’s Basilica, Cathedral of Brasília, Toronto CN Tower, Eiffel Tower, Hochosterwitz Castle in Austria, Sydney Opera House, Tower of London, White House, Taj Mahal, Atomium, many trains of Europe, and the Space Shuttle and its launch pad.
Most of the models are transportable and are moved to other areas during off-season winter.
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