Austria sits at the crossroads of Central Europe, known today for its idyllic and majestic landscape. The country’s mountains, green valleys, rivers and storybook villages make for one of the most beautiful places in all of Europe. Cultural centers of Vienna and Salzburg are truly incredible. The elegance and genuinity of culture is impressive and intriguing. Vienna is popular mainly for its Opera House and various cathedrals, while Salzburg is home to The Sound of Music and Europe’s largest intact medieval fortress. Wherever you are in this country, you’ll be in awe. From cobblestone streets to impressive stain glass churches and endless forests and babbling brooks, Austria is absolutely a must-see.
Language: German
Currency: Euro
Population: 8,217,280
Size: 32,382 square miles (83,871 square kilometers) – Slightly smaller than Maine
Capital: Vienna
Border Countries: Czech Republic, Germany, Hungary, Italy, Liechtenstein, Slovakia, Slovenia, and Switzerland
National tourist office: www.austria.info
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