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Austria, officially the Republic of Austria, is a landlocked country in the southern part of Central Europe, situated at Eastern Alps. It is a federation of nine states, one of which is the capital Vienna, the largest city and state by population. It occupies an area of 83,879 km2 (32,386 sq mi) and has a population of 9 million people in 2021. | |
Lake Neusiedl Place » Outdoors The Lake of Neusiedl is a unique and picturesque natural feature located on the border between Austria and Hungary. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and holds significant ecological, cultural, and recreational importance. Primarily in Burgenland, Austria, with a portion extending into Hungary. 3 views 💖 1Austria | |
Hohe Tauern National Park Place » Outdoors The Hohe Tauern National Park (Nationalpark Hohe Tauern) is Austria's largest and one of the most spectacular national parks. It is located in the Eastern Alps, spanning the states of Carinthia, Salzburg, and Tyrol (Osttirol). It is a haven for nature enthusiasts, offering breathtaking alpine landscapes, diverse wildlife, and opportunities for outdoor activities. 5 views 💖 1Kirchpl. 2, 9971 Matrei in Osttirol, Austria | |
Grossglockner Place » Outdoors The Grossglockner, or just Glockner, is, at 3,798 metres above the Adriatic (12,461 ft), the highest mountain in Austria and the highest mountain in the Alps east of the Brenner Pass. The Grossglockner High Alpine Road is a genuine masterpiece in high alpine road building! Every single metre has been planned with a great deal of attention. Every viewing point chosen with the utmost care. 28 views 💖 1Austria | |
Melk Abbey Place » Temple Melk Abbey is a Benedictine abbey above the town of Melk, Lower Austria, on a rocky outcrop overlooking the Danube river, adjoining the Wachau valley. Melk Abbey is one of the biggest and most beautiful European Baroque ensembles. Its splendid architecture is famous worldwide and part of UNESCO’s world heritage. 37 views 💖 1Abt-Berthold-Dietmayr-Straße 1, 3390 Melk, Austria | |
Vienna State Opera Place » Club The Vienna State Opera is one of the top opera addresses in the world, with first-class productions of the very highest caliber and a different program every day: around 50 operas and ballet works per season, danced by the Vienna State Ballet. The variety of the operatic program is unparalleled anywhere in the world. 44 views 💖 1Opernring 2, 1010 Wien, Austria | |
Der wilde Berg Place » Amusement The chairlift floats gently over the animals to the mountain station. Around 300 Alpine animals welcome guests to Wildpark Mautern. Feedings with the keepers and the bird of prey show provide exciting insights into the secrets of wildlife, while at the children’s farm, the animals can even be petted. 39 views 💖 1Alpsteig 1, 8774 Mautern in Steiermark, Austria | |
Hochosterwitz Castle Place » Historical Place Hochosterwitz Castle is a medieval fortress located in the state of Carinthia, Austria. It is situated on a rocky outcrop, about 20 kilometers northeast of the city of Klagenfurt. The castle is one of Austria's most impressive and well-preserved medieval fortifications, known for its historical significance and stunning panoramic views. 27 views 💖 1Hochosterwitz 1, 9314 Launsdorf, Austria | |
Wachau Valley Place » Town The Wachau Valley is a picturesque and culturally rich region located along the Danube River in Austria. Known for its stunning landscapes, charming towns, and historic vineyards, the Wachau Valley is a popular destination for both locals and tourists. 46 views 💖 1Austria | |
Schonbrunn Palace Place » Historical Place Schonbrunn Palace was the main summer residence of the Habsburg rulers, located in Hietzing, Vienna. The 1,441-room Rococo palace is one of the most important architectural, cultural, and historic monuments in the country. 359 views 💖 2Schönbrunner Schloßstraße 47, 1130 Wien, Austria | |
Hallstatt Place » Town Hallstatt is a small town in the district of Gmunden, in the Austrian state of Upper Austria. Situated between the southwestern shore of Hallstatter See and the steep slopes of the Dachstein massif, the town lies in the Salzkammergut region, on the national road linking Salzburg and Graz. 385 views 💖 5Austria |