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.
This tall, jutting rock, high above the Salzachtal valley floor, offers a gusty view of the surrounding mountains. The feathered hunters of the province's falconry centre, the dashing weaponry, the museums and the dark corners all encourage visitors to investigate the mighty walls of the castle from within.
Fortress Hohensalzburg is a real eye-catcher, high above the Baroque towers of the city. The castle remains a visible landmark to this day and is an unmistakable feature of Salzburg’s world-famous skyline. From afar, the mighty walls begin to reveal the history visitors experience at first hand within these sturdy defenses.
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.
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.
Vienna is the capital, largest city, and one of nine states of Austria. Vienna is Austria's most populous city, with about two million inhabitants (2.9 million within the metropolitan area, nearly one third of the country's population), and its cultural, economic, and political center.
The Hofburg is the former principal imperial palace of the Habsburg dynasty. Located in the centre of Vienna, it was built in the 13th century and expanded several times afterwards. It also served as the imperial winter residence, as Schonbrunn Palace was the summer residence. Since 1946 it is the official residence and workplace of the president of Austria.
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.
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.
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.
Abt-Berthold-Dietmayr-Straße 1, 3390 Melk, Austria
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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.
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.
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.
The Albertina is a museum in the Innere Stadt of Vienna, Austria. It houses one of the largest and most important print rooms in the world with approximately 65,000 drawings and approximately 1 million old master prints, as well as more modern graphic works, photographs and architectural drawings.
Schonbrunn Zoo is a 17-hectare (42-acre) zoo in the city of Vienna, Austria. Established in 1752, it is the world's oldest zoo still in operation. From penguins and orangutans to giant pandas: discover more than 700 species of animals in the unique setting of this UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site and immerse yourself in different habitats from the arctic to the tropics!
