Austria

Austria lies at the geographical heart of modern-day Europe. From the snow-covered peaks of Tyrol, through rolling hills and vineyards, to the flat plains and lakes of Lower Austria; from the most bustling modern cities to charming rural settings; Austria has something to surprise and engage every visitor. Austria as a whole, but especially its capital, Vienna, bears the legacy of over seven centuries of Habsburg rule, with a wide variety of architectural styles: glorious Art Deco edifices sit happily alongside buildings of the most cutting-edge design. Austria’s reputation for high culture is also in evidence throughout this versatile country, with traces of historic art, literature and music in evidence almost everywhere.