Austria, an east alpine country in southern part of central Europe, is dominated by Alps and is blessed with lyrical landscapes, deeply carved valleys, rocky flank of mountains and picturesque lakes. With its capital – Vienna, it is home of music icons – Mozart and Beethoven. Graz and Linz are other prominent towns in Austria acknowledged for their architectural splendors. Tirol city is famous with tourists for its captivating mountain landscapes while Innsbruck has cultural treasures. The work of classical stars that includes Mozart, Strauss, Mahler, Haydn and Schubert echo at lavishly gilded performance halls and music festivals like Salzburg festival and Bregenzer Festspiele staged against uplifting lakeside or mountain backdrops. Railways that unzip the Alps along mountain flanks past glaciers via flower-freckled meadows are truly enticing. Altstadt is home to archbishop’s palace and 17^th century cathedral. Yet another go to spot is Hallstatt, an alpine village famed for its 16^th century structures and Salzwelten salt mine or lake Constance. Its ice caves and lush green pastures might be a balm for your soul. From Golden Roof to Vienna State Opera to Prater, Schonbrunn palace and gardens to Belvedere museum with massive series of artwork, it is truly a mesmerizing country in Europe. In this magical landlocked nation famed for its icy sports, conventional wine tours, rich historical past, nature, parks, lakes and rivers, there is so much to explore in Vienna, Salzburg, Graz, Linz, Innsbruck and its numerous destinations.