WHY PAY some US$50 per person to take the commercial Sound of Music tour in Salzburg when you can do it yourself, at your own pace, with the whole family (a group of friends or individually) for the pocket-friendly price of this 2013 edition "Salzburg, Lake District & The Sound of Music" guidebook. THIS VALUABLE resource bundles together the do-it-yourself destination guides for Salzburg (p. 1-68), the Lake District (p. 69-81), and The Sound of Music (introduction p. 82-85, Walking Tour - University Platz to Mirabell p. 86-92, Driving Tour - Anif to Moon Lake p. 93-99). It is an absolute must-have for fans of the movie classic and anyone headed to this quaint corner of Austria. Moreover, author Brett Harriman has meticulously composed the information within this guide to educate you with local knowledge and history so you can make informed decisions that save time, as well as money, while leading to new adventures and acquaintances along the way. FOUNDED IN 696 A.D., Salzburg is one of Austria"s oldest settlements. It is authentic, wowing and heavenly, accented by a mesmerizing collage of church steeples and a must-visit medieval fortress perched high above the Old Town defining its majestic skyline. When you come here, you"ll know why Salzburg is one of Harriman"s favorite cities in Europe! So come along, and travel like a local - your journey begins now!