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Austria
The land of the waltz
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Austria's contribution to the richness and culture of Europe cannot be overstated. For much of the 19th century this land was a centre of the arts, science and wealth of Europe. This is the land of Mozart, Strauss and the Habsburg family. This noble heritage survives in the grand architecture of its great cities like Vienna and Salzburg, and in the irrepressible lure of its Alpine villages.
Austria: Destinations
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Vienna
As the capital of Austria, Vienna is a stylish city with a lot of faces: trendy clubs, modern galleries, architecture and stylish shops. These are as much part of Vienna as the concert halls, large museums and the splendid buildings. Vienna's Opera House has a worldwide reputation for its opera and the famous Vienna Philharmonic Orchestra. Other spectacular sites are Stephan's Cathedral, Austria's most significant Gothic building, the Spanish riding school with its famous Lipizzan ballet and the Belvedere, home to the largest collection of Gustav Klimt's. Stroll along the exciting Ring Boulevard and discover the Heurigen, or wine taverns, and traditional coffee shops. Finish you day with delicious Wiener Schnitzel and Sachertorte.
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