About Klagenfurt
Situated in the South of Austria, Klagenfurt is the capital of the province of Carinthia (Kärnten). It is a pleasant and lively medium-sized town with around 90,000 inhabitants and a popular tourist destination the year around. With a history going back 800 years, Klagenfurt has a charming old centre, builded around the Neuer Platz square where the provincial parliament is seated. Besides the monuments and historical buildings that exhibit influences from baroque, Biedermeier and Art Noveau architectual styles, the town has well-preserved its town houses in its original glory. As such, the old centre is has a picturesque ambience and it is not without reason that Klagenfurt has won several timesthe prestigious Europa Nostra cultural heritage award.
Its main historical attractions are the spectacular Klagenfurt Cathedral and the baroque parish church. The real pleasure, though, comes from strolling through the narrow streets of the old town and let Klagenfurt reveal itself to you. Close to the italian-austrian border and due to the influence of italian architects, Klagenfurt is blessed with a mediterranean atmosphere. Taking the time to relax on one of its charming squares or courtyards for a drink of apetizer is a local custom. The city has an active cultural agenda and provides its visitors with a great place for shopping and entertainment. The nearby lake Wörthersee is considered as one of the most beautiful lakes in Austria and the surroundings of Klagenfurt offer a wide variety of leisure and sports activities.
About Carintia (Kärnten)
Being the most southern province of Austria, Carinthia is blessed with a mild and sunny climate, making the region a favourable destinations for tourists in both summer and winter time. The picturesque region possesses a wide variety of natural landscapes and with 200 lakes, numerous historical sites and stunning mountain ranges, it has a lot to offer to its visitors. In summertime, popular outdoor activities in Carinthia include hiking trails in the mountains, lake side camping, biking and golf, while the mountains of the region provide good skiing possibilities in wintertime. The province is renowned for its castles that are open for public and often house first class restaurants. Make sure you include a visit to a caslte upon exploring this remarkable and hospitable province in the south of Austria.
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