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Passion for Tradition

Austria is fascinatingly blessed by coincidences: close to nature and informal, yet simultaneously valuing tradition and etiquette. Once-courtly formalities are lived out with a light touch at elegant events, while the finest labours of hand and head perfect traditional techniques, taking these on creatively into the modern era.

© Österreich Werbung/Trumler

High up on the Alpine pasture

© SalzburgerLand
For a short while in summer, the Alpine pastures transport animals and people alike into an intoxicating mood.
Learn more about Almsommer in SalzburgerLand

Ancient communication: Yodelling

© Steirisches Volksliedwerk
As loud as a scream or as melodious as a song – that’s the yodellers from Styria.
Learn more about Yodelling

The carol “Silent Night”

© stillenachtland.at
The world-famous "Silent Night" carol is an expression of the deepest reflection and spiritual longing for peace.
Learn more about the Silent Night museum

The salt of the earth

© Salzwelten Hallein
Visit one of the oldest salt mines in the world in Hallein near the city of Salzburg.
Learn more about the Saltmines
 

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