Top 10 Facts About Austria
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1. The majority of Austria is made up of the alps – specifically an impress 62% of the land mass
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2. German is Austria’s official language |
3. Probably the two most famous individuals be born in Austria are Arnie and Hitler |
4. However Austria was also the birthplace of many famous composers including Haydn, Schubert, Liszt, Strauss, Mahler, Mozart and Bruckner! |
5. For this reason, it is often known as ‘The Land of Music’ |
6. Vienna – Austria’s capital – is home to a quarter of the entire population of Austria |
7. Vienna is also home to the world’s oldest zoo! |
8. Austria is also an incredibly efficient and green country – 60% of the countries electricity comes from renewable sources |
9. The sewing machine was invented in Austria by one Josef Madersperger |
10. The oldest national flag in the world belongs to Austria. |