Government & People
Austria is a federal republic state with a parliamentary democracy, consisting of 9 independent federal regions.
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History
Like most European countries, Austria looks back on a very eventful history. Yet there are some elements of the Austrian character that haven’t changed much over the centuries: the partiality for indulgence, beauty, and cultivation has always been a driving force in the country’s past and present...
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Climate
Austria is located in a temperate climatic zone with a Central European climate influenced by the Atlantic climate. The four seasons (Spring, Summer, Fall and Winter) each have typical temperature and climatic characters.
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Fauna and Flora
Austria's topographic diversity accounts for a great variety of flora and fauna, including endemic species that are under protection.
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Trade & Industry
Austria has a strong economy with machinery, metallurgical products and textiles being of particular importance. The country's most important industry, however is tourism.
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