


Vienna is the capital of the Republic of Austria and is
located on the river Danube in the far east of the country.
Vienna is a historical city and a global metropolis in one, a
fascinating city with many different faces.
Status: Capital city and federal province of Austria
Area: 415 sq km
Population: 1,660,000
Boroughs: 23
Language: German
Currency: EUR
Religion: Roman Catholic
Climate: moderate, continental
Vienna, often described as Europe's cultural capital, is a
metropolis with unique charm and flair. It boasts
outstanding infrastructure, is clean and safe, and lots of
activities to choose from.
Facts: Vienna, the capital of Austria, 2 million inhabitants,
is situated on the banks of the Danube. The influx of
visitors from all over the world has made Vienna the most
popular urban tourist destination in Austria. Located at
the crossroads of Central Europe, Vienna is uniquely
situated as a base to visit Prague, Bratislava, Budapest,
and Northern Italy.
Austria's climate is generally moderate and mild. Average
summer temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C, the
average winter temperatures are around 0°.
Vienna - a romantically imperial city: Vienna is a dream
city for anyone with a romantic streak or an interest in
history. Wander along narrow, medieval alleyways or
across imperial squares, view Schönbrunn Palace or the
Imperial Palace (Hofburg) in the footsteps of Sissi and
Emperor Franz Josef, and marvel at the majestic
architecture along the Ring boulevard. Be inspired by an
atmosphere steeped in history - which also boasts the
comforts and infrastructure of a modern city!
Vienna - city of culture: Vienna possesses a lively and
vast array of cultural attractions. Whether classical or
experimental theatre, film or dance festivals, opera or
operetta, or exhibitions and concerts - no matter when you
come and how long you stay, there is sure to be
something exciting for you to discover. Or if your tastes
are not quite so culturally refined, then visit one of
Vienna's famous coffee houses or traditional wine taverns
("Heurige") and work your way through famous culinary
specialities. Wet your appetite!
Vienna - city of music: Vienna has been synonymous
with music for centuries, and was home to Mozart,
Beethoven, Schubert and Johann Strauss. This
outstanding musical heritage has been preserved right to
the present day. The Wiener Philharmoniker is one of the
world's top orchestras, the Vienna Boys' Choir is
triumphantly successful wherever it tours, and the Vienna
Conservatorium has produced innumerable international
award-winners in all musical disciplines. Yet Vienna also
boasts a lively scene for young people - if you love music,
you are sure to profit from Vienna.
Vienna - City of art: Down the centuries, Vienna has
always produced and nurtured world-famous artists. The
collecting passion of art-loving rulers and monarchs has
made Vienna a treasure house par excellence. The
Museum of Fine Arts, for instance, is one of the world's
largest and most distinguished museums, housing
priceless works of art. Art accompanies you wherever you
go in Vienna - even some of its underground stations are
listed properties (on account of their elegant, ornamental
Jugendstil style designed by Otto Wagner)! And Vienna is
also uniquely zestful as far as its literature is concerned.
After all, where else in the world will you find a city with its
own "coffee house literature"?



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