Powerful peaks and romantic valleys, crystal-clear mountain lakes and green Alpine meadows - the beauty of the Alpine nature attracts visitors to Austria just as much as the numerous grandiose buildings from all eras and the vibrant traditions. From Bregenz to Vienna, from Salzburg to Carinthia, one can find a variety of landscapes featuring picturesque mountain villages and significant cities. 261 images showcase Austria in its diversity, while six specials cover culinary specialties, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, the Hallstatt culture, Empress Sissi, the Viennese coffee houses, and the Benedictine monastery of Melk. Features: large format, current texts and detailed image captions, with 6 specials on special topics, fully illustrated in color, accompanied by a detailed map.