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Dom ... Festung

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Ceiling detail, Dom Cathedral.

The interior of the dome itself.

Glass window at the apex of the dome.

Ceiling detail, Dom Cathedral.

Main Altar, Dom Cathedral.

Ceiling detail, Dom Cathedral.

Detail, top of column, Dom Cathedral.

Ceiling detail, Dom Cathedral.

Reliefs cover much the Dom.

A number of large panels portray Stations of the Cross.

Climbing up to the Festung yields a nice view of Franziskaner Kirche with the University Church behind.

Gate marking the entrance to the Festung fortress.

From the Festung: St. Peter's, Franziskaner Kirche, and the University Cathedral; The corner of Domplatz is on the right.

Relief dating from Roman times, when Salzburg was IIuvuvum.

Remains of original Roman arches found within the walls of the Festung.

Marble plaque marking the Catholic Church's interest in Salzburg in 1502. The turnip, symbolizing Salzburg, is polished by many hands touching it for good luck.

The Festung looms over the Dom Cathedral on a clear night.

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