Vienna is the capital and largest city of Austria, situated on the banks of the Danube River in the country's east. Founded by the Romans as a military camp named «Vindobona», it grew through the medieval and modern eras into the seat of the Habsburg dynasty, which ruled a vast empire for centuries, making Vienna one of the greatest imperial capitals in European history.

Capital of Classical Music

Throughout its history Vienna was home to great composers including Mozart, Beethoven, Haydn, Schubert, and Strauss, and the Vienna State Opera and its historic theaters still draw classical music lovers from around the world. St. Stephen's Cathedral, with its distinctive Gothic architecture, stands at the heart of the old town, while the grand Schönbrunn Palace, the former summer residence of Austria's emperors, overlooks the city's outskirts.

  • St. Stephen's Cathedral, the symbol of the old town
  • Schönbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • The Vienna State Opera, one of the world's most prestigious opera houses
  • The Ringstrasse boulevard with its grand historic buildings

Vienna's historic center has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001, and the city is consistently ranked among the world's most livable, thanks to its advanced infrastructure, efficient public transport, and abundant green spaces.