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Altes Rathaus VISITORS’ CHECKLIST
One of the most
attractive sights is the Practical Information
galleried courtyard of Road map E5.
the 17th-century former * 85,000. n Rathaus, Neuer
town hall. Once known Platz 1 (0463) 5372271.
as Welzer Palace, now ( Benediktiner Market (every
as Rosenberg Palace, day). Pfarrplatz, for organic
it was the first seat of produce (Fri). _ Klagenfurter
the Klagenfurt town Stadtfest (end Aug).
authorities. ∑ klagenfurt.at
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Dragon Fountain
In Neuer Platz (New Square) is
a fountain with the mythical
Lindwurm dragon, created by
Ulrich Vogelsang in 1593; a
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Gasthaus Zum
goldenen
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The Cathedral of St Peter and
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over and altered by the Jesuits
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completely rebuilt after a major
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