Teaching Abroad in Austria Overview: Austria is located in the heart of central Europe and maintains an old world charm with an architectural heritage that will transport you to a different era. There is a vibrant personality and beauty among the Austrian people that mirrors the landscapes and countryside. Austria has more castles and fortresses than any other country in the world. Most are preserved because the country was not extensively damaged during World War II. If sports is your thing, than strap on your skies and feel the wind in your hair. The Alps boasts world-class ski runs allowing you to glide through some of the most spectacular mountainous regions. Hikers have their pick of numerous mountaineering resorts and the panoramic views are the stuff of legend. You will congratulate yourself after your first day for choosing to work in Austria. With all this at your fingertips, you will forget that Germany, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary are all short train rides away.
Interesting Facts About Austria
The Austrian flag is the oldest in the world, dating back to the year 1191.
Make sure you bring your hiking boots - 62% of Austria is covered by the Austrian Alps.
The Haslauer in Vienna is the world's oldest inn/restaurant!
Schönbrunn Palace, the summer palace of the Habsburgs, has a ridiculous 1440 rooms!
The oldest zoological garden in the world is the Tiergarten Schönbrunn in Vienna, founded in 1752.
Highlights of Working Abroad in Austria
Sip coffee in a Kaffeehaus.
Hobnob with jetsetter skiers in up-market Lech
Stuff yourself at the Giant Chocolate Festival of Bludenz and try to save room for some strudel afterwards!h
Wander through Vienna's Christkindlmarkt (Christmas markets).
Stroll through Salzburg, one perfect view after another!
Festivals in Austria
World Bodypainting Festival - 3rd week of July This annual festival began in 1998 and is the largest event of the body painting culture and community. It draws 20,000 spectators each year and artists from all over the world to compete in categories such as "brush and rub" and "airbrush and special effects," or for the World Facepainting Award. This event produces some of the most stunning and fascinating walking art and is certainly worth a visit. Be sure to bring your make-up remover or for the true bodypainting enthusiasts, an umbrella!
