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Austria |
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Two thirds of Austria consists of
the Alps and most of the tourists
are attracted to the ski resorts
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| Official Name |
Republic of Austria |
| Form of Government |
Federal Republic |
| Capital |
Vienna |
| Area |
83,850 sq km |
| Time zone |
GMT + 1 hour |
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| Population |
8,200,000 approx |
| Official Language |
German |
| Other Languages |
Italian, Croatian and
Slovene |
| Currency |
Euro |
| Economy |
Services 64%, Industry
28%, Agriculture 8% |
| Climate |
Temperate with cold
winters and mild
summers. |
| Highest Point |
Grossglockner 3,797 m |
| Main Sport |
Winter sports and Boce
(similar to bowls) |
| Notable Landmarks |
The Alps |
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| Official website |
www.austria.gv.at
Government |
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www.austria-tourism.at
Tourism |
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| If you have cousins, relatives or
friends in Austria, they can become part of your core group
receiving benefits just like you and me and my family. Standard STD
call charges apply to call this country from Australia. |
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