Austria is a landlocked country in Central Europe. It has a diversity of cultures due to it's central location and vibrant history. The Austrian Alps are perfect for Winter sports with many resorts there to cater for the need of the Winter thrill-seeker. Innsbruck is particularly near snow-capped mountains. You could hire a car and visit Vienna - the capital of Austria. With it's pedestrianised centre, it makes for a good visit. Alternatively, you could visit Salzburg - the birthplace of the famous composer Mozart. The valleys of the mighty Danube are also a wonderful spectacle. Austria has a population of about 8 million, of which the vast majority are German-speaking. It is made up of 9 independent regions. Once a large empire, Austria is now a neutral country.
