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www.austria.info 3 2 Klosterneuburg Austria. Vienna Salzburg 1 Innsbruck Moments of Bliss Graz A singular journey, a lifetime of memories. Ornate palaces. Imperial grandeur. Echoes of Mozart. Austria has long captured Email us for your new 2013 Austria Magazine “Moments of Bliss” at the spirit of a magnificent bygone era – but lately visitors have discovered the [email protected] country’s cutting edge, as well. Alongside the exploding wine scene, a sophisticated culinary movement has taken off. Farmers, chefs and innkeepers are For more information visit revisiting – and updating – their historical appreciation for all things seasonal and austria.info/au local. Meanwhile an art and design renaissance has captured attention around the Connect with us on world, and again shot Austria to the continent’s cultural centre. 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Concerts, theatre first carbon neutral wine landmarks and one of the oldest Ferris Wheels in the world. It is the performances and heritage producer a true visionary. ultimate take on revolving restaurants and offers a romantic dinner evenings can also be enjoyed Enjoy concerts, art exhibitions, for two in a privately-rented wagon. At 213 feet, sunset views unfold throughout the year at this wine tastings, and over the rooftops of Vienna as champagne fizzes. venerable place. special tours. More information More information More information For more Moments of Bliss, visit www.austria.info/bliss. 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