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Austria

Landlocked country in Central Europe.

Republic of Austria Österreich

A landlocked country in Central Europe, known for its stunning Alpine scenery, classical music heritage (Mozart, Strauss), and historical Habsburg dynasty. It is a federal republic composed of nine states.

Pronunciation

/ˈɔːstriə/

Etymology

Austria derives from the Old High German 'Ostarrichi', meaning 'eastern realm'.

Explain Like I’m 5

Austria is a beautiful country in the middle of Europe known for its mountains, music, and delicious pastries like Sachertorte.

Fun Facts

Austria is known as the 'Land of Music', Mozart was born in Salzburg, It hosted the Winter Olympics twice

FAQ

What is the capital? Vienna, What language do they speak? German, Is Austria part of the EU? Yes

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