Small elegant beautiful Euperopian country Austria is a dream country for many tourists. There are remarkable unique places, natural picturesque, high Alpas mountains , snowy alps, sparkling lakes, waterfalls and many more buildings having unique architecture.
Today I will discuss each and everything about Austria.
Austria is a Central Euperopian country located in eastern Alps. Neighbouring countries are Germany, switzerland, Liechtenstein, Hungary, Slovakia and Slovenia.
Austria cusine consists of variations of beef , pork and various vegetables.
Some important characteristics of Austria are as follows:
1.Word Austria is derived from Germany word ' Austro' which means east. So according to location it's name is Austria.
2. About 62% of land of Austria is under Alps.
3. Austrian flag is one of oldest flags of the world.
4. Vienna is capital of Austria. Approximately 25% population of Austria lives in Vienna.
5. Vienna has world 's oldest zoo that is built in 1752.
6. Austria is famous for its mountain railways and trains.
7. You can see Milky way clearly from mountains in Austria.
Places of interest are :
1. Vienna : Capital of Austria and most populated city of Austria has many tourist places. It is also important center for musicial innovation. Vienna is located on Bank of river Danude river. City of dreams Vienna is a beautiful city rich in artistic culture, arecitecture castles, gardens , parks , monuments.
Things to do in Vienna are :
Hofburg: it is elegant palace which is located in centre of Vienna.
Belvedere palace : this is a historical building of Vienna. It is famous for its arecitecture.
St. Stephen cathedral: this is a religious building of Vienna. Many important events were placed in this building.
Schonbrunn palace : UNESCO world Heritage site which is unique, magnificent, historical palace facing garden.
Vienna state Opera : it is 1709 seated major building of Vienna which is located on ring road.
Hop -on - hop - off bus : it is bus tour of Vienna. It is best part of Vienna tourism. Buy tickets and enjoy city tour.
Museum wien: it is best museum of Vienna.
Prater Amusement park : this amusement park has many good rides for kids. This is a famous picnic spot.
All these places are most popular in Vienna.
2. Salzburg: On Germany Border , In Austria there is a city named Salzburg on Bank of river salzach. It has beautiful views os eastern Alps. This city also has UNESCO world heritage site . This city offers mesmerizing views of mountains.
Places of interest are:
Mirabell palace : This beautiful place was built in 1606 . Today this is a most popular wedding destination.
Mozart concerts : this is a major hall where many musical ceremonies can take place.
Mozart 's birth place : birth place of Mozart now turns into famous museum.
Hellbrunn palace: beautiful villa having unique fountains, gardens , good interior work.
Salzburg cathedral : religious Roman building dedicated to saint Rupert.
Fortress Hohensalzburg: Emblem of Salzburg , this castle is big castle of central Europe.
Shopping: you can do shopping in Salzburg.
3. Vorarlberg: On the border of three countries, switzerland, Germany Liechtenstein there is mountainous city Vorarlberg known for its ski resorts and alpine scenery. This city is considered as the most beautiful part of the country. After Vienna this city is second most populous city of Austria.
Places to visit ski resorts and lakes in Vorarlberg are :
Lech ski resort
Feldkirch
Zurs famous for winter sports
Dornbirn famous for hiking, ski resort, museum
Warth
Bludenz
Stuben
Damuls
Bregenz
Schruns
Lunersee lake
4. Wachau : This is beautiful valley in Austria located near river Danude. It is located in West of city Vienna. This valley is known for grapes and apricots. It is considered as wine complex of Austria. It exports unique fresh white wines with twist of white pepper.
Places to visit are :
Melk abbey monastery: it is located on hill top from where river view of Danude river is amazing .
Baroque church : this church has very decorative arecitecture that attracts tourists.
Vineyards: area where famous grape wine of Austria is grown.
Rolling hills : low slopping hills are popular in all over Austria.
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