From historical monuments to quaint towns and delicious coffee!
A place known for its multitude of beauty, Austria is a landlocked country in the southern
part of Central Europe. Surrounded by picturesque countries like Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Slovenia, Italy, and Switzerland, Austria is a land of abundant nature, heritage, architecture, and mesmerizing snow-capped mountains.
A vibrant city, apart from the historic religious architecture, there is a diverse range of hills, crystal-clear lakes, and meadows that make this not only an adventure junkie’s favorite but also suit the calmer ones. So here is your list of things in Austria on your next travel plan.
Vienna
Austria’s capital and largest city, Vienna, is a grand junction for the country’s palaces and museums. In addition, the city is home to Opera, and Beethoven is immersed deeply in the musical culture.
The best way to explore Vienna is to walk down streets and observe the Ringstrasse Boulevard, accompanied by royal buildings such as the Hofburg Imperial Palace. And don’t forget to sip on the coffee in cozy Vienna cafes, enjoying the beautiful Vienna evening.
Salzburg
The fourth-largest city in Austria, it is known for its Baroque architecture with captivating sights of the Roman settlement of Iuvavum. It also houses the fortress of Hohensalzburg, which is one of the largest medieval fortresses in Europe that dates from the 11th century and is well-preserved in today’s day.
Apart from the historical centers, tourists also visit this city for its scenic Alpine surroundings. A trivia, Salzburg is the birthplace of the 18th-century composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. In addition, its old town, Aldsten, filled with baroque buildings, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Worthersee
This is the largest lake in Carinthia, situated in the south of Austria, just at the foot of the Gurktal Alps. This magnificent lake is covered all over with dense forests, and after a point, you will notice the majestic sight of snow-capped Alpine peaks.
Interestingly, the lake’s water is of a distinctive blue-green color and is transparent at the same time. The view of this lake with its surroundings of the forest and snow-capped mountains makes for spectacular scenery.
A few other places to visit in Austria are Graz, the Hofburg Imperial Palace, Bad Gastein, the Spanish Riding School, Salzkammergut, and Innsbruck, among various others.
