Vienna is one of the few cities in the world that boasts its very own cuisine. Much of this can be attributed to the city being an epicenter of power for centuries. It has taken on influences of Italy, France, and various regions of the former Austro-Hungarian Empire as multitudes of immigrants made their way [...]
In 1766, Austrian Emperor Josef II decided to open his imperial hunting grounds to the public. Today, the Vienna Prater is one of the oldest park’s in the world. It features over 250 different attractions along with an expansive area of parks, forest land and meadow fields. The iconic Wiener Riesenrad, the Giant Ferris Wheel is the park’s most popular attraction and [...]
Introduction Austria may not be the most well-known wine producing nation. However, this beautiful and charming country boasts many fine wines including some of the best botrytis sweet wines and Ice wines in the world. During the twentieth century Austrian wine became a high-volume, industrialized business, with much of it being sold in bulk to [...]
Vienna’s largest and oldest Christmas market takes place from mid November to Christmas Eve every year on the Rathausplatz (City Hall Square). The yuletide market features traditional carol-singing, over 140 stands selling seasonal crafts and gifts, artistically-arranged displays, festive foods and drinks, fairground rides, and lots more. From the end of November and onwards, visitors can mingle to the sounds of [...]
The Naschmarkt is known as Vienna’s most popular and largest inner city market, stretching over 1.5 kilometers long. This historical market was first established during the 16th century as a location where milk was bottled and sold. From 1793 onwards, all fruits and vegetables brought to Vienna with carts had to be sold here, while [...]
The coffee house or kaffeehaus is one of Austria’s most famous and well-established institutions, dating back from the sixthteenth century when the beverage was first introduced into the region. It is the place where great writers, poets, philosophers, and composers gathered and spent their time. The famous journal Die Fackel by Karl Kraus is said [...]
If you think there’s only one type of goulash available, think again! “Gulasch Museum” is a restaurant located in Vienna, Austria which has over 15 varieties of the flavorful dish made with paprika. You can order versions of goulash such as roast beef, veal, pork, fish, and fried chicken liver. Vegetarians will also be delighted [...]
