Inside Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a dreamlike attraction nestled among the Austrian mountains that features a carousel made of 15 million Swarovski crystals

Dec 19, 2019, 21:51 IST

Opened in 1995, Swarovski Kristallwelten (translated Swarovski Crystal Worlds) is an attraction dedicated to the art and beauty of crystals.

Within what is known as the "Chamber of Wonders," internationally renowned artists, designers, and architects exhibit their own crystal artwork. Pictured below is FAMOS, in which four architectural landmarks are reinterpreted using crystals.

Within what is known as the "Chamber of Wonders," internationally renowned artists, designers, and architects exhibit their own crystal artwork. Pictured below is FAMOS, in which four architectural landmarks are reinterpreted using crystals.

The Crystal Bar is located within the Swarovski Crystal Worlds' store. It is one of many culinary offerings at the attraction, which also includes a restaurant that serves in-house desserts and seasonal cuisine.

The Crystal Bar is located within the Swarovski Crystal Worlds' store. It is one of many culinary offerings at the attraction, which also includes a restaurant that serves in-house desserts and seasonal cuisine.

Pictured below is Studio Job Wunderkammerm, one of the many art installations within Crystal World. Designed by duo Studio Job, this piece mimics a fairground with its vibrant colors and composition.

The Crystal Cloud is located over the black Mirror Pool and changes color depending on the weather. Created by Andy Cao and Xavier Perrot, The Crystal Cloud installation consists of nearly 800,000 hand-mounted Swarovski crystals and 2,000 crystal fireflies.

The Crystal Cloud is located over the black Mirror Pool and changes color depending on the weather. Created by Andy Cao and Xavier Perrot, The Crystal Cloud installation consists of nearly 800,000 hand-mounted Swarovski crystals and 2,000 crystal fireflies.

Also over the black Mirror Pool is the sculpture "Leviathan" by Thomas Feuerstein. It was constructed with over 10,000 crystals and references both the Biblical sea monster of the same name and the book written by Thomas Hobbes in 1651.

Also over the black Mirror Pool is the sculpture "Leviathan" by Thomas Feuerstein. It was constructed with over 10,000 crystals and references both the Biblical sea monster of the same name and the book written by Thomas Hobbes in 1651.

Crystal Worlds also has a playtower and playground for children. The facade of the playtower consists of 160 unique crystalline facets.

The Swarovski Kristallwelten Store sells jewelry exclusive to the attraction, as well as souvenir items specific to the area. The shopping center also has its own unique smell, created specifically for the shopping experience.

The Swarovski Kristallwelten Store sells jewelry exclusive to the attraction, as well as souvenir items specific to the area. The shopping center also has its own unique smell, created specifically for the shopping experience.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds opened a carousel attraction earlier this year. Designed by Jamie Hayon, the carousel is made with 15 million Swarovski crystals and took six months to create.

In creating the carousel's seats, Hayon took inspiration from folklore and fairy tales.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is open daily from 8:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m., with extended hours until 9:00 p.m. during the winter months. Tickets for adults cost €19.00 (about $20), while tickets for children between the ages of 6 and 14 are €7.50 (about $8).

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is open daily from 8:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m., with extended hours until 9:00 p.m. during the winter months. Tickets for adults cost €19.00 (about $20), while tickets for children between the ages of 6 and 14 are €7.50 (about $8).

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Inside Swarovski Crystal Worlds, a dreamlike attraction nestled among the Austrian mountains that features a carousel made of 15 million Swarovski crystals

Opened in 1995, Swarovski Kristallwelten (translated Swarovski Crystal Worlds) is an attraction dedicated to the art and beauty of crystals.

Within what is known as the "Chamber of Wonders," internationally renowned artists, designers, and architects exhibit their own crystal artwork. Pictured below is FAMOS, in which four architectural landmarks are reinterpreted using crystals.

The Crystal Bar is located within the Swarovski Crystal Worlds' store. It is one of many culinary offerings at the attraction, which also includes a restaurant that serves in-house desserts and seasonal cuisine.

Pictured below is Studio Job Wunderkammerm, one of the many art installations within Crystal World. Designed by duo Studio Job, this piece mimics a fairground with its vibrant colors and composition.

The Crystal Cloud is located over the black Mirror Pool and changes color depending on the weather. Created by Andy Cao and Xavier Perrot, The Crystal Cloud installation consists of nearly 800,000 hand-mounted Swarovski crystals and 2,000 crystal fireflies.

Also over the black Mirror Pool is the sculpture "Leviathan" by Thomas Feuerstein. It was constructed with over 10,000 crystals and references both the Biblical sea monster of the same name and the book written by Thomas Hobbes in 1651.

Crystal Worlds also has a playtower and playground for children. The facade of the playtower consists of 160 unique crystalline facets.

The Swarovski Kristallwelten Store sells jewelry exclusive to the attraction, as well as souvenir items specific to the area. The shopping center also has its own unique smell, created specifically for the shopping experience.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds opened a carousel attraction earlier this year. Designed by Jamie Hayon, the carousel is made with 15 million Swarovski crystals and took six months to create.

In creating the carousel's seats, Hayon took inspiration from folklore and fairy tales.

Swarovski Crystal Worlds is open daily from 8:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m., with extended hours until 9:00 p.m. during the winter months. Tickets for adults cost €19.00 (about $20), while tickets for children between the ages of 6 and 14 are €7.50 (about $8).