Twenty reasons to visit Vienna
From horses to classical music, Christmas markets through to wine taverns, there is a lot to see and do in the Austrian capital, writes David Whitley.
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A magical little-known pocket of Europe
Brew wildflower elixirs and breathe mint-fresh air as you hike in an Alpine summer .
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Why this remains one of Austria's best ski resorts
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New exhibition at Sydney Jewish Museum has its roots in Austria
A Jewish love affair with music will be celebrated half a world away when a new exhibition opens in Sydney this month.
On the summit of a mountain is an amazing restaurant
Verwallstube, at the summit of the Galzig cable car above St Anton in Austria, isn't the kind of restaurant you expect when skiing, as Brian Johnston discovers.
Six of the best Austrian ski resorts
In this part of the world you could ski all winter and never do the same run twice.
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Renowned as the birthplace of classical music, Austria is a country of culture and striking beauty. Spectacular snow-capped mountains reflected in deep blue lakes become a skiing mecca in winter, and in summer attract hikers, cyclists and swimmers. Year-round, innovative cuisine sets it apart from its Swiss neighbours; and a sense of grandeur belies the Austrian cheeky demenour, as one visit to Salzburg's trick fountains sum up.
