Imperial TreasuryThe Schatzkammer, located in the Hofburg Palace, houses the
greatest treasury in the world spanning 1,000 years of treasures
such as relics and vestments from the Austrian Empire and the Holy
Roman Empire. Included in the collection are the crown jewels,
particularly the priceless imperial crown, which dates from 962,
and is studded with precious stones, as well as the Holy Lance was
thought to be the lance that pierced Jesus' side while on the
cross. Also housed is the Burgundian Treasure, and treasures
connected to the Order of the Golden Fleece.
Address: Schweizer Hof
Website: www.khm.at/en/treasury
Telephone: (0)1 52524
Opening Time: Wednesday to Monday 9:30am to 6pm
Admission: EUR12 (adults), EUR9 (concessions), children under 19
free. |
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