Kohlmarkt Vienna Pillow

Kohlmarkt, originally known as Coal Market is one of the oldest streets in Vienna. Like Graben, it is an eclectic collection of wonderful historical buildings and up-market shops. On entering Kohlmarkt, your eyes are immediately drawn westward to the green coloured, copper dome of the Michaelertor, which is at the entrance to the imperial palace of the Hofburg. The shop fronts are every bit as enticing as the stunning architecture on the façade and interiors of the buildings. Several famous architects have worked on these buildings including the famous Hans Hollein. One of the oldest structures is a fountain that was originally constructed in 1391 though it has undergone renovations, using the existing plans in the late 19th centur...