http://www.austria.info People & Traditions au http://www.austria.info/au/home/christmas-markets-in-graz-1196497.html Enjoy the highlights of Advent in Graz, the capital city of Styria: the romantic lights, the gleaming ice crib, the giant Rathaus Advent calendar and the spectacular Advent markets. Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.austria.info/au/home/christmas-markets-in-graz-1196497.html http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/christmas-markets-in-salzburg-1159548.html The pealing of countless church bells reminds us that Christmas is near and the Salzburg Christmas markets will fill you with a cosy, warm feeling as you look out to the city's snow-covered roofs, domes and towers. Mon, 25 May 2009 05:59:00 GMT http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/christmas-markets-in-salzburg-1159548.html http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/christmas-markets-in-innsbruck-1158728.html Imagine the lights of a Christmas tree rivalling with glistening tiles of the Golden Roof, the aroma of freshly made “Kiachln” (piping hot doughnuts laced with Sauerkaut) and the sound of Christmas carols…this is Christmas time in Innsbruck. Fri, 22 May 2009 06:09:00 GMT http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/christmas-markets-in-innsbruck-1158728.html http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/christmas-markets-in-vienna-1158727.html From mid-November it is Christmas time in Vienna. Punch and chestnut stands draw customers with seasonal treats and stallholders get shoppers in the Christmas spirit with their handcrafted wares. Fri, 22 May 2009 05:47:00 GMT http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/christmas-markets-in-vienna-1158727.html http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/new-year-celebrations-1145358.html Whether you start the New Year in style at the New Years ball at the Imperial Palace or celebrate it on the streets of Vienna – the choice is all yours. Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/new-year-celebrations-1145358.html http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/christmas-season-in-austria-1145365.html The time from late November to the end of the year hold a very special meaning in Austria. Visit Austria's Christmas markets, try some Glühwein and enjoy the spirit of Christmas... Thu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/christmas-season-in-austria-1145365.html http://www.austria.info/au/culture-arts/winter-in-austrian-cities-1165697.html Soak up a bit of urban atmosphere during a winter holiday in Austrians cities. Spend a day in one of the numerous museums, ice skate in front of Vienna’s town hall or indulge in the “sweet things of life” in one of the famous coffee houses. Sun, 03 May 2009 02:44:00 GMT http://www.austria.info/au/culture-arts/winter-in-austrian-cities-1165697.html http://www.austria.info/au/food-and-wine-in-austria/coffeehouse-culture-in-austria-1146666.html Cafés are an everyday part of city living and in Vienna in particular they are at the heart of city life. Around 1900, a visit to a Viennese café was a spectacular experience, newspapers were displayed on custom-made stands, waiters wore tailcoats and ceilings were decorated with elaborate chandeliers. Fri, 01 May 2009 17:28:00 GMT http://www.austria.info/au/food-and-wine-in-austria/coffeehouse-culture-in-austria-1146666.html http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/vienna-s-glorious-ball-season-1145354.html Ever dreamed about dancing the waltz at one of Vienna's many famous balls? There are hundreds of balls to choose from. Check out the highlights of the Viennese ball season 2009/2010 Mon, 26 Jun 2006 19:41:00 GMT http://www.austria.info/au/people-and-traditions/vienna-s-glorious-ball-season-1145354.html