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The Sound of Music: A Photo Story

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“The hills are alive with the sound of music, with songs they have sung for a thousand years…..”

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The Sound of Music Tour

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Hohensalzburg Castle: a stunning sight

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Nonnberg Abbey: where the real-life Maria married Georg von Trapp (Credits: Shuttersandsunflowers)

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Leopoldskron Palace: where the children “supposedly” fall. Now a private property

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Hellbrunn Palace: Another song location

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The famous gazebo from “I am 16, going on 17” In the movie, the dance was done on a set.

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Lake Fuschl and Lake Wolfgang: panoramic places from the movie

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St. Michael’s Church, Mondsee: where Maria gets married.

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The Pegasus Horse Fountain: from the song “Doe a deer a female deer….”

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Mirabell Gardens: Used as a backdrop several times

Sound of Music Tour, Salzburg:


-The real life Maria and the von Trapps family have been shown differently. For instance the Baron wasn’t as cold hearted as shown in the movie.-The movie shows several locations that are different from the ones mentioned.
-Maria and Julie Andrews met in real life after the success of the movie!
-The locals in Salzburg aren’t amused by the film and many haven’t even seen it because they think it spoils the sanctity of their town.

I took a tour with Panorama Tours & Travel in Salzburg. They are the most reliable tour operators for this tour and it’s fun to see a side of Salzburg you have enjoyed since childhood

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40 Comments

  • Myra
    October 2, 2017 at 7:47 am

    This is awesome thanks! I love the movie.

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    • Ishita
      October 3, 2017 at 11:10 am

      Me too! Can watch it again

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  • Un po' di pepe
    September 24, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    I took my nipotina to see the musical last week for her birthday. We loved it and sang along to all the songs. There were a few that were not in the movie, which surprised us, sung by Elsa and the guy that organized the festival-can’t remember his name. The tour sounds fun. i actually recognize most of these locations. Ciao, Cristina

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    • Ishita
      September 24, 2017 at 7:25 pm

      Sounds lovely for her. What a great gift!! 🙂 Austria is a paradise.

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  • Meiji Zapico
    September 4, 2017 at 4:44 pm

    Actually, we’re not leaving, rather the London West End is coming in my country this September 27. ❤

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    • Ishita
      September 4, 2017 at 5:04 pm

      Oh yay!! 🙂

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  • Meiji Zapico
    September 2, 2017 at 6:20 pm

    I get more excited every day that it gets closer! And you are most kindly welcome!

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    • Ishita
      September 4, 2017 at 9:48 am

      When do you leave??

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  • Meiji Zapico
    September 2, 2017 at 8:38 am

    Oh wow, this is wonderful. Thr Sound of Music’s on tour as well and I can’t wait to watch it this September 29. Glad to say that your post enlightened me that the story was actually based off a true one. Cheers to you! ❤

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    • Ishita
      September 2, 2017 at 5:00 pm

      How fun! You will love it 🙂 cheers and thanks for such a lovely comment 😍

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  • gregsitaly
    July 31, 2017 at 11:36 pm

    Loved the lakes near Salzburg. Great post.

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  • travelfeverstories2017
    July 30, 2017 at 6:39 pm

    Good travel idea, didn’t know about this tour!

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    • Ishita
      July 31, 2017 at 11:27 am

      Glad to know 🙂

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  • christie jones
    July 27, 2017 at 10:38 pm

    Stunning views, indeed! Hope to get there, one day🙂

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    • Ishita
      July 28, 2017 at 12:14 am

      It’s so well maintained too. Thank you, hope so !!

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  • Marie
    July 26, 2017 at 1:04 pm

    We loved the tour, even if the guide busted a few TSOM myths. Lovely memories.

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    • Ishita
      July 26, 2017 at 7:21 pm

      Yes I loved that part too..xx

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  • Bellewether
    July 26, 2017 at 2:31 am

    Great pictures! I love the one of Pegasus 🙂

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    • Ishita
      July 26, 2017 at 10:18 am

      Thanks! that’s one of my favorites too.

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  • karenincalabria
    July 25, 2017 at 11:50 pm

    Ha, ha! When I read your last post on Salzburg, I was expecting to see this next. I didn’t do the tour when I was there, but it must have been fun. Such a great movie!

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    • Ishita
      July 26, 2017 at 10:19 am

      I didn’t know I was getting so predictable!! Yes it was a great movie and the places are just so beautiful and well maintained.

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      • karenincalabria
        July 26, 2017 at 11:02 am

        Surprise us next time with a video shoot in the gazebo!

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  • Darlene
    July 25, 2017 at 10:49 pm

    What a fun tour that would be. I too love the movie and the real life story.

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    • Ishita
      July 26, 2017 at 10:20 am

      There are so many things done differently from the real story which makes me think about glamorizing cinema in general. Cheers!

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  • quercuscommunity
    July 25, 2017 at 8:39 pm

    Stunning photos!

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    • Ishita
      July 25, 2017 at 8:40 pm

      Thanks so much 🙂

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  • Alok Singhal
    July 25, 2017 at 8:33 pm

    What a nice town it is, I’ve heard of it though! The movies are normally shot in studios though they seem to have gone to the real sites.

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    • Ishita
      July 25, 2017 at 8:34 pm

      🙂 Yes they did go to the real sites and that is why the movie is so special. Lot of scenes are shot in the studio which the tour guide explained.

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  • lmm5591
    July 25, 2017 at 6:58 pm

    So cool!! Thanks for posting – love the Sound of Music!

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    • Ishita
      July 25, 2017 at 7:58 pm

      Thank you for reading. I am watching it tonight because I felt so nostalgic 🙂

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  • Lata Sunil
    July 25, 2017 at 5:24 pm

    It is so picture perfect. Beautiful captures.

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    • Ishita
      July 25, 2017 at 7:58 pm

      Thanks Lata. It reminds me of happy things 🙂

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  • Kevan V
    July 25, 2017 at 5:09 pm

    We visited Salzburg back in 2010 or so and really enjoyed it. I’d love to go back and explore more of the region.

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    • Ishita
      July 25, 2017 at 7:58 pm

      Cheers to more travels, Kevan!!

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  • amindfultravellerblog
    July 25, 2017 at 4:01 pm

    I’ve always wanted to do this tour. It looks amazing 😉

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