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So you want to travel to Austria. Well, you've made a wise choice. Austria is considered one of the top year-round travel destinations. Because of its beautiful Alps, winter sports are quite popular in Austria, providing Austria with high tourist attendance in the winter and giving you a reason to travel to Austria any time of the year. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Although Austria is rarely in the headlines these days, it was once part of a dominant European power. Following is an overview of this postcard country. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , ,
Most of us are used to think that Austria is mainly a winter destination and the first things that come in mind are Alps, skiing, snowboarding. But is it really like this? Actually, the beautiful nature of the country reveals itself in all seasons, but winter! Related Article Tags: , , , ,
As a tourist you can visit Vienna Austria during anytime of the year, but your best option would probably be during the months of June through August. The Vienna International Airport is the best way to get in and out of the city if you are an international traveler. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
As a camping destination, Austria is a country that is often unfairly overlooked in favour of its larger neighbour, Germany. But Austria is a delightful place to explore on a camping holiday, especially in the Western region known as the Tyrol. Tyrol is home to the most stunning scenery in Austria, and it is a haven for walkers, trekkers and cyclists.
Mention Austria and everyone thinks of Vienna and Salzburg. In addition to great names, Zell am See, Innsbruck and Bad Gastein are great locations off the beaten path. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
One of the most sought-after holiday destinations, Vienna offers whole lot of exciting leisure and entertainment options to its visitors. Be it the stupendous beauty of Alps or its architectural wonders, Austria is an amazing country. Related Article Tags: , ,
Austria simply can't be beat when it comes to beauty. You've seen the country in the Sound of Music, but the cities of Vienna, Salzburg and the alpine town of Halstatt are just as nice. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Set in Austria, the Sound of Music is an epic film spurring dreams of a heavenly land in every child that sees the movie. In truth, they should have filmed the movie in Halstatt, Austria. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Every year the Viennese opera ball attracts over 5000 people. It is the biggest cultural meeting point in Austria and it has quickly become a big promoter of the Austrian tourism and economy.
The world famous home of skiing, Austria, is an ideal resort for anyone who enjoys skiing. The fresh alpine slopes, combined with picture-postcard scenery, and a grand culture of centuries old make Austria an ideal holiday destination, whether or not you simply adore skiing like me! Related Article Tags: , , , , , , ,
By now every football fan knows that one of the countries hosting the Euro 2008 is Austria. Most of you also know where exactly the matches will be played. As I came to think of it, I am sure that some of you who will visit Austria for the Euro 2008 will take advantage of the situation and go a little sightseeing. So I decided to make a short list of the places one might want to see in the cities, where the matches will be played. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , ,
The Zugspitze is with 2962 meters above sea level the highest mountain in Germany. It is located south of Garmisch-Partenkirchen and on its west summit is the boundary between Germany and Austria. To the south of the mountain, the Zugspitze is followed by a karst plateau with numerous caves. On the flanks of the Zugspitze, there are three glaciers, including the two largest in Germany: the Northern Schneefernerhaus a 30.7 hectare of Höllental addition of 24.7 hectares, also of Southern Schneefernerhaus with 8.4 hectares. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
The irresistible magic of Salzburg, and Austria in general, is the result of a divine collaboration between man and nature. Being the fourth largest city in Austria, the Salzburg’s majestic architecture is highlighted by the grandiose background setting of mountain formations. And in Salzburg there is of course music, and Mozart. However, it soon becomes apparent that other sordid forces have joined to create what is the Salzburg of today Related Article Tags: , , ,
State Capital of Styria and the second largest city of Austria, Graz is a beautiful holiday destination. Dotted with interesting places to visit and festivals to attend, Graz is full of attractions and surprises. The city of Graz is located on the river Mur and is bordered by beautiful lush hills. Related Article Tags: , , ,
Vienna Austria is the country's capital and is located on the scenic River Danube. This city was the political center of the Austrian Empire and is home to ornate palaces and museums. Many of these were built for or by the Hapsburg family and trace the family history as well as the country's history.
Added in the UNESCO World Heritage List, Vienna boats of being the largest city of Austria. A beautiful city that is galore with places of interest and striking attractions, Vienna makes for one of the best tourist. Related Article Tags: , , ,
The Hungarian 20 Korona gold coin has known an illustrious history since it was first minted in 1892. With a .900 fineness in actual gold content of .1960 Troy ounces, the coin was meant to commemorate the crowning of Emperor Francis Joseph the First of Austria in 1848. Find out more about this unique gold coin and why Hungarian gold coins are such popular favorites with collectors and investors... Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Klagenfurt is the capital of the province of Karnten and was a small market village until the beginning of the sixteenth century when it started to grow into the centre of commerce that it is today. The old city area, Alstadt, has many old and beautifully restored and kept colorful living and farm houses, with styles from baroque to Art Nouveau. It is the sixth largest city in Austria with over ninety thousand inhabitants. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
Salzburg, Austria is perhaps best known as the birthplace of Mozart. The city is home to numerous music and drama festivals throughout the year. The movie The Sound of Music was filmed in this city and is a popular tourist attraction. The alpine setting of this city gives it a unique charm. There are many sites to see and lots to do here.
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