The first image of Austria is one of white,
snow-capped peaks, stunning natural beauty and charming
houses nestled on quiet lakes; but to visit this wonderful
country is to see so much more. Austria has something
for everyone, regardless of tastes or budgets. Whether
you fancy sunbathing, taking in fascinating
museums and restaurants, or getting
a charge from ice climbing, paragliding or
canyoning, you can find it all here.
Situated in the centre of Europe between Switzerland
and Hungary with a population of over 8 million, Austria
is 2/3 mountainous, dominated by the Alps on
the Italian border. Within the mountains some glaciers
can be found, and most of the peaks rise well above
3000 metres. The Danube is perhaps the country's
most famous natural feature, and its valley is so
fertile that 90% of Austria's food is home grown.
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