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           AUSTRIA
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Austria is a landlocked
country in central Europe and
is surrounded by seven
nations. The wall of mountains
that runs across the centre of
the country dominates the
scenery. In the warm summers
tourists come to walk in the
forests and mountains, and in
the cold winters skiers come
to the mountains, which now
boast over 50 ski resorts.
Agriculture in Austria is
based on small farms, many of
which are run by a single
family. Dairy products, and
beef and lamb from the hill
farms, contribute to exports.
More than 37% of Austria is
covered in forest.

Area (Sq. Km): 83,850

Population: 7,493,000

Capital: Vienna

Language:
German

Religion:
Roman Catholic 85%

Government Type:
Federal republic

Currency: Schilling

Embassy:
18 Belgrave Mews
London
SW1X 8HU
0171-235-3731

VIENNA is a great city for a
two or three day city break,
but like the rest of Austria
it can be expensive. The art
and architecture of Vienna is
one of the great treasures of
Europe and places like the
Schonebraun Palace in Vienna
are a must to visit.

National Airline:
Austrian Airlines

UK Tour Operators:

Summer:

Travelscene (City)
Thomson (City)
Many local coach operators.
Crystal Summer
Enterprise Lakes & Mountains
Tyrolean Travel
Inghams Lakes & Mountains

Winter:

Crystal Ski
Neilson Ski
Inghams Ski
Bladon Line
Enterprise Ski
Thomson's Ski

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Foreign Office Advice:

Normal care and precautions
should be taken.

For more information ring:

 Foreign Office Travel Unit

       0171-270-4129