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Introducing The South
Austria’s two main southern states, Styria (Steiermark) and Carinthia (Kärnten), often feel worlds apart from the rest of the country, both in climate and attitude. Elements of Italian, Slovenian and Hungarian culture are present here, and residents have historical connections with each of those countries. Styria is a blissful amalgamation of genteel architecture, rolling green hills, vine-covered slopes and soaring mountains. Its capital, Graz, is one of Austria’s most attractive cities (with some of the highest standards of living in Europe).
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A jet-setting, fashion-conscious crowd heads to sun-drenched Carinthia for summer holidays. The region (right on the border with Italy) exudes an atmosphere that’s as close to Mediterranean as this staunch country gets.
Last updated: Feb 17, 2009
