Exploring Austria: Vienna and Beyond

The book presents Austria as a contemporary Shangri-la for all seasons in the midst of an economically challenged, war-torn world.

Starting with its historical background of imperial legacy and developed over the past six centuries, readers are then taken on an exploratory tour of modern-dayAustria where they experience Vienna and its environs, as well as exploring Austria farther afield and including must-see Austrian sights.

Then the books premise is illustrated through twelve vignettespersonalized, off-the-beaten-track experienceseach of which captures unique features of Austrias nine provinces (including Vienna) during all four seasons of the yearcontrasting places, times and individual adventures.

A complementary concept profiles experiences of different kindssports, culture,customs and traditions, along with Austrian culinary and wine specialties.