6 facts about Vienna
Vienna – the city to fall in love with!
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City of Music, Art and Culture
Vienna offers a unique ensemble of traditional heritage and modernity. Magnificent imperial buildings (Schönbrunn Palace, Belvedere, St. Stephen’s Cathedral), art nouveau buildings (Secession) as well as a long lasting tradition of musical arts (Franz Schubert, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart) meet modern architecture, art, festivals and the famous Viennese cuisine (Wiener Schnitzel, Strudel, Sacher Torte).
With a busy cultural calendar and numerous sights, Vienna is clearly a year-round destination. Special summer festivals and events, like open-air cinemas, as well as traditional winter activities, such as ice-skating at the City Hall Park and Christmas markets, are the perfect addition to the vast offer of concerts, plays and opera performances at Vienna’s famous theatres and opera houses.
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Modern Vienna
Vienna was chosen No. 1 of the 25 “Best Cities For Young People To Live In” from the U.S. internet ranking platform “list25.com”
“‘The City of Dreams’ or ‘City of Music’ offers almost everything what young people want from a city. Vienna’s history, culture, economy, environment, and simply the fact that it is the most liveable city in the world, make the first place.” » source: list25.com
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German in Vienna
Some may not immediately associate Austria with the German language, which is why it’s essential to highlight that German is not only spoken here but is celebrated as one of its finest and most melodious forms. Austria, and Vienna in particular, offers a unique blend of linguistic precision and cultural richness. At ActiLingua Academy, we teach standard German according to a recognized curriculum, using the same course materials as renowned schools in Germany. This ensures that students receive high-quality instruction while experiencing the beauty of the language in its natural environment. Learning in Vienna allows students to immerse themselves fully in the culture and
Why learn German?
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Discover Austria & Europe
Vienna is perfectly located, in the heart of Europe, only a stone’s throw from several major European cities. You can explore Vienna or go further afield to other important European cities. German courses take place Monday to Friday, on weekends you can travel to European metropolises or discover the beauty of nature in the surrounding regions. You can either join the popular excursions organized by ActiLingua or travel on your own!