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An introduction to the city of Vienna
Vienna, also described as Europe's cultural
capital, is a metropolis with unique charm, vibrancy and flair.
It boasts outstanding infrastructure, is clean and safe, and has
all the inspiration that you could wish for in order to discover
this wonderful part of Europe.
- 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.
- Austria's climate
is generally moderate and mild and reliably follows the
four distinct seasons. 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. Sightseeing
opportunities are to be found in abundance. 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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