Take a tour of Mariatrost in Graz in Graz, Austria – part of the World’s Greatest Attractions travel video series by GeoBeats.
Graz is one of Austria's great cities and contains many excellent sights and features.
One of these is the Basilica of Mariatrost, a Baroque structure crowning the cities Purberg Hill.
Its yellow exterior and white trim give it a distinctive appearance which absolutely sets it apart from any surrounding sites.
The church's facade is defined by its twin towers and many white columns. An important part of the Mariatrost district, the church is also frequently a site of frequent pilgrimage.
The towers of the Mariatrost Basilica also commands a respectable view over parts of the city.
