In the western part of Austria, on the picturesque bank of the Ill River, lies the city of Feldkirch. The distance to the border with Lichtenstein is only three kilometers. All tourists, who have visited this Austrian city at least once, always mention beautiful landscapes and surrounding mountain ranges, as well as a rich historical heritage of Feldkirch. During a walk here, it is so easy to feel like a time machine has brought you to the Middle Ages. Ancient annals still keep records of the first mentions of Feldkirch. These documents tell about a settlement called Veldkiricha in the middle of the 10th century. In the 12th century, the city became a property of the von Montfort Counts. Only at the end of the second decade of the 13th century, this settlement officially became a town. Feldkirch became a part of the Hapsburg dynasty in the 14th century. Once, a devastating blaze started in the city. It caused colossal damages to Feldkirch. Thousands of local people were left homeless. Only the houses, which remained after that fire, have survived until our days. Do you want to feel a true medieval spirit? Schattenburg Castle is the first landmark that tourists should visit when they are ready to explore Feldkirch. This is a truly beautiful and gorgeous stone “giant” with 18 different halls. Nowadays, there is a museum open in the castle. Its exhibition is dedicated to the life of previous centuries, their beliefs, rules, and traditions. The exquisite collection has
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