The roots of Anton Bruckner are in Ansfelden, he was influenced by nearby St. Florian´s Monastery. Adalbert Stifter´s literature reflects his closeness to the Bohemian Forest. Many artists that were not born in Upper Austria still found inspiration for great works in the variety of Upper Austria´s scenic landscapes. Gustav Mahler composed and Gustav Klimt painted on the shores of Attersee Lake. Emperor Franz Joseph spend his summer vacation in Bad Ischl and in his wake also Franz Lehàr, one of the most creative composers of operettas.