Austria is not a coincidence the most beautiful country in Central Europe.Excellent city with a great monuments of architecture, ever-changing landscape of mountains, forests, rivers and valleys in Austria turned surprisingly cozy corner.Travelling in this country seem remarkable at any time of year.Summer is swimming in the lakes, in the autumn-urban and cultural tourism, recreation therapy spas.Winter-skiing in the snow-covered Alps.

The capital of Austria - Vienna-always exquisite.The old center was still breathing "good old times", and the appearance of the town define architectural monuments.Because of the numerous art galleries, concert halls and the Vienna State Opera Its cultural center of Europe.Salzburg is the birthplace of Mozart.Every year, many visitors from all over the world here is the charm of urban, rural scenery and the beauty of cultural events taking place in the city of Mozart in memory of the composer.But impressive not only world-renowned cultural events.Narrow streets Old City, which does not meet car, antique silver crafts shops on street.Getraydegasse, where you can also visit the house Mozart, the composer's birthplace, innumerable examples of past eras is a nontransferable atmosphere.

The very nature of the valley, where thermal springs has a positive effect on the health of the people.At the Earth's surface are thermal springs, the temperature reaching 47 degrees Celsius.The service health and beauty are mountainous and medicinal bath underground tunnels, salt sources 54-gradusny sulfur source, baths, massages, inhalation.In addition, you can take courses therapeutic exercise, massage and electrotherapy.Guests can entrust their health proven curative methods developed by Austrian scientists.

Winter season for ski resorts opened in late November and extends in most regions until mid-April.But Austrian glaciers can ride all year round.The excellent skiing and flat tracks.In winter sport facilities are excellent opportunities for skiing snowboarding.There are plants for the production of artificial snow (snow guns).Ski resorts are bound free bus.There are schools for learning to skate skiing and snowboarding.

Austrian cuisine is the result of many countries that initially, in one way or another, have been linked with Austria.Austrian food is very tasty and healthy.A typical meal consists of soup, meat dish and dessert.Meat dishes are usually prepared from beef, pork or veal.In addition, the second can be prepared dishes such excellent fresh fish, such as carp and trout.Austrians prefer to eat with circles of local varieties of beer or a glass of Austrian wine.Since the time of the Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius in Austria are excellent wines, which should definitely try.Away completed a cup of coffee or just walk shot.Austrians love to sit in restaurants like "Hoyriger or in a cafe."Hoyriger" is a wine restaurants, they serve the local wine and typical Austrian dishes.Mainly, "Hoyrigery" located in Vienna and in the immediate vicinity.Cafes (Kaffeehaeuser) are very popular among lovers of coffee and piece of cake, as well as those who wish to relax and read the local and foreign press.The cafes in Vienna more than five hundred.The diversity can be expensive on the street, trying different varieties of sausages.On the open market, such as the Vienna market "Naschmarkt, often with stalls selling hot meals.

Territory

The state in central Europe.In northern borders with the Czech Republic, in the north-east of Slovakia, on the east by Hungary, in the south - with Slovenia, Italy and Switzerland, to the west by Liechtenstein, Switzerland and Germany.Capital : Vienna, Austria lies in the mountainous regions of Central Europe.About three quarters of its area is covered by dense forest and bushes coated Alpine snow in the mountains - deer habitat and few rivers.Austria is a country of vast green valleys, swift rivers and deep mountain lakes.Plain-plain on the Danube.

Climate

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People

The population of Germans.

Temperature (air / water)

The average temperature in winter at 0 degrees.Summer in Australia is usually warm, but not hot, with an average temperature 22 ° C.

Time

Behind from Moscow at 2:00.

Language

German.This is the mother tongue for 97% of the population.

Religion

In Austria, indisputably superior Catholicism.

National Features

Austrian-hospitable people, despite the apparent arrogance.The explanation lies in the fact that Austria's population, and particularly the major cities, are from bourgeois families.The Austrians are easy to contact and always ready to help in difficulty.FEATURE - courtesy and punctuality.

Money

Euro (EURO), 1 EURO = 100 EURO cent.The circulation banknotes denominated in 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 500 euros, and coins denominated in 1, 2, 5, 10, 20 and 50 cents.The most profitable exchange in banks.Banks are open weekdays.Hours 8.00 to 12.30 and from 13.30 to 15.00.On Thursday, banks closed at 17.30.In exchange booths and stations added "premium" of trade, but they are open seven days a week from 8.00 to 20.00 and in Vienna, to 20.00.The same rate currency can be exchanged at hotels.When buying goods worth more than 1,000 euros in one store can return value added tax.The purchase must obtain a store receipt.Go to an Austrian customs official checks, receipts, and sometimes good.You will be paid back with the purchase of tax (20%).

Mail and phone

Telephone calls in Austria are quite expensive.Calls from the hotel room more than a telephone or mail.If the phone in Australia, then there is added (0).

Fire brigade : 122.
Police : 133.
Ambulance : 144.
Information and help : 11811 (home) 11812 (outside the country).

Medical care

Without health insurance a visa to enter Australia is not available.Insurance issued for the duration of their visit, including arrival and departure date.

In all cities and towns with doctors and pharmacies.Pharmacies in turn working at night and on Sundays.If the pharmacy is closed, then it is the announcement of the nearest operating pharmacy.

For information on emergency medical care is available in police stations, as well as from the phone book.All mountain resorts have rescue service.

Shopping, gifts, souvenirs

Typical products : Vienna is one of the largest auction complexes in the world, a former pawnshop.Books, stamps, jewelry, carpets, all sorts of art, handicrafts and stylish furniture.It is most famous Vienna souvenirs : miniature horses lipitstsanskoy rock to the pile in the living room.Hammerer-costumes and youth fashion.Goess-Best European shop interior.Here you can find everything : from Bedouin jewelry to silver from the dining room Tiffani.In Vienna, is one of the largest auction complexes in the world, a former pawnshop.Books, stamps, jewelry, carpets, all sorts of art, handicrafts and stylish furniture.It is most famous Vienna souvenirs : miniature horses lipitstsanskoy rock to the pile in the living room.Hammerer-costumes and youth fashion.Goess-Best European shop interior.Here you can find everything : from Bedouin jewelry to silver from the dining room Tiffani.Shops in Austria are open Monday to Friday, from 8.00 to 12.00 and from 14:00 to 18:00 on Saturday, to 13.00.Some shops remain open until 19:00.Every first Saturday of the month stores to 17.00.If the shop is a signboard "Ausverkauf" You can count on lower prices.In grocery stores Hofer, "Spar", "Billa" prices lower than in the rest.Foreign visitors residing outside of the European Community, for the purchase of goods over $ 1,000 shillings can get a VAT refund if the goods are exported and implemented the necessary customs formalities for export.×òîáû ïîëó÷èòü âîçâðàò â ðàçìåðå ïðèáëèçèòåëüíî 13% îò öåíû, ñëåäóåò: â ìàãàçèíàõ, èìåþùèõ çíàê “Tax Free for tourist Austria Tax Free-Shopping” èëè æå ñåðåáðÿíî-÷åðíî-ãîëóáîé çíàê “Europa-Tax-Free Plakette”, ïðè ïîêóïêå íåîáõîäèìî âçÿòü ÷åê “Tax-free-Scheck” âìåñòå ñ êîíâåðòîì.The cheque completely fills the seller.Before leaving check schet-original and goods must be presented to Customs.Customer puts stamp on the check.Without high customs money is not returned.The money can be returned directly in the field of airports, train stations and border crossings, those on the envelope "Tax-free-Kuvent."Most art, collectibles, books and food refund minus the commission of 6-8% of the purchase amount.

Kitchen

Since XV century Viennese cuisine considered one of the best in Europe.The Austrian Empire included lands of northern Italy and the Czech Republic, Hungary and Slovakia, Croatia and Slovenia, Poland, Ukraine and even Belgium.CROWN territory enriched food capital of the monarchy.Of the foothills of the Alps come winter, and little shadow of the high-trout streams, from the Danube valley, potatoes, peppers and tomatoes, and the Balkans, sweets and coffee cult.The best known of confectionery products in Austria, with apple strudel.

Transportation

All cities Austria connected dense network of railways.Tickets for coaches are a bit cheaper than rail.Inquiries may be obtained from the Central railway background Vienna by phone : (222) 17-17.If necessary to get from one city to another Austrian at the tail car, better not vote on the road and go to a specialized agency Mitfahrzentrale. "For a small fee they will find a car.You can also rent a car.The most reliable car in Austria-Europcar.Alarm different brands, rental at all airports and major cities.The cost ranges from $ 20 to $ 242 per day, depending on the brand and company car hire.The driver must be in possession of a driver's license and be at least 21 years.

Tipping

If the tip is included in the bill, patients do not need.Waiter restaurant, a taxi driver gave 20-30 shillings.Porter at the hotel for 15 shillings place.Hotel maid not pay.

Visa

Visas issued in Austria consular department of Austria in Moscow.To obtain a visa to pass the original invitation, foreign passport, 2 photos, 2 completed questionnaires and buy insurance for travel abroad.If the invitation is received from an individual, an additional copy of the passport to the host and certification of its revenue in the last 3 months.Visa issued for a period of 7 days.

Customs regulations

In Austria, there are no restrictions on imports and exports in foreign and local currency.Barred removal without special permission of historic or artistic value.Persons over 17 years of age may bring in 200 pieces.cigarettes or 500 cigars or 250 grams of tobacco, and 2.25 litres of wine or 3 liters of beer and an additional volume of other spirits.The above, may be imported items with a total value of $ 200To the owners.This regulation applies to airports in Austria.Tourists arriving in the country by train or car, have the right to import goods with a total value of $ 80USA.

The embassy of Russia

Russia embassy in Vienna : (1 of 43) 7121229, 7138622.
Consular Section in Vienna : (43-1) 7121215.

Mountain is a long season, from October to June, as well as on the glacier Kittsshtaynhorn snow never melts.The purpose Am Zee 58 lifts, railways, many elegant and walking trails, roller, several basins.This relaxation is not only pets, but novices, or those who simply want breather crystal clean mountain air, visit a museum, an art gallery in Town Hall, the Cathedral of the Holy Cross.Hippolytus, Prilau fortress.Hence close to Innsbruck, Salzburg and even ...Venice (!) , Which regularly sent excursions.Marking the route (130 km).Round color plates on poles at the beginning of each track reported as follows : blue-light route (for beginners); Red-trace medium complexity; Black-trace sensibility.Tickets for elevators : to use lifts to purchase tickets, which can be several categories.There are single tickets to those raised in the mountains, just to get the tops.You can purchase and a one-day ticket, but cheaper to buy ticket for a few days (2 to 21).Note that the contracts in force for more than 10 days, need your photo.

Tips

Children under 18 can travel from Russia by a notary attorney in the company of their parents, relatives, other accompanying parent or unaccompanied, which provides separately.In this case, it must be pointed out that a child will be under the supervision of the crew of an aircraft, and a person who will meet the child on arrival and address of his residence and phone number.Äåòè, ïóòåøåñòâóþùèå áåç ðîäèòåëåé, äîëæíû èìåòü ñîáñòâåííûé äåéñòâóþùèé çàãðàíè÷íûé ïàñïîðò.A child travelling in the company of their parents, must have their own passport or be listed on the passport of one or both parents.If a child inscribed passport to the parents, reached six years of age, should passport mother (father) to paste a picture child.As some countries require mandatory child in the passport photo parents recommend the procedure needed photo with filing a child in the passport.
It should be noted that European hotels offer discounts to remain a child only if he lives in the third room with breakfast adults.If the child lives in a double room with one adult, he pays for the full cost of living.Some hotels offer free accommodation for children up to five years.Hotels in its own can provide depending on the season discounts on accommodation for children under 8-12 years.The benefits are generally ranges from 30% to 50%.Recommended clarify these points for booking tour.Children under six years have free parking.Children under 6 years of age can travel free of charge to Austria.Children from 6 to 15 years of age pay 50% of the cost of the ticket.

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