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About Austria
Austria is a beautiful country located in Central Europe, known for its stunning Alpine scenery, rich cultural heritage, and impressive architecture. Germany borders it to the northwest, the Czech Republic to the north, Slovakia to the northeast, Hungary to the east, Slovenia and Italy to the south, and Switzerland and Liechtenstein to the west.
Austria is famous for its winter sports, especially skiing and snowboarding In addition to winter sports, Austria also offers a range of summer activities such as hiking, cycling, and swimming in the many lakes and rivers throughout the country.
Best time to visit Austria
The best time to visit Austria depends on what you want to experience, as the country offers different things depending on the season
Summer (June–August): For nature loversthat love hiking and or E-biking, and festivals.
Autumn (September–October): Fewer tourists and beautiful autumn colours.
Winter (December–February): For skiing and Christmas markets.
Spring (April–May): For milder weather and flowering landscapes.
Whichever time you choose, Austria offers something magical!
What to Expect from Austria
Language
The official language is German, but many Austrians also speak English, particularly in urban areas.
Currency
The currency in Austria is the Euro.
- 1 USD is about 1,12 Euro
- 1 Euro is about 0,9 USD
What to buy in Austria
Mozartkugel, these iconic chocolate balls filled with marzipan and nougat are named after the famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. They are popular both as a souvenir and as a delicacy to take home.
Swarovski is a globally renowned brand for crystal products and is headquartered in Wattens, Austria not far from Innsbruck. Here you can buy exclusive jewelry and decorations.
Other information about Austria
Known for its musical tradition, Austria is the birthplace of composers such as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Franz Schubert, and Johann Strauss, the King of Waltzes.
It is tradition to have a Christmas tree in the home in many countries, but it is said that Austria was one of the first countries to use them.
About 60% of Austria is covered by the Alps, making it a paradise for skiing, hiking, and climbing.
The largest emerald in the world, 2860 carats, can be seen in Vienna’s Natural History Museum.
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