Carinthia

by Vishal Kumar

Carinthia, the ancient state of Austria is famous for its skiing locations and picturesque lakes for hiking, boating, etc.


Carinthia is the ancient state of Austria and is famous for its skiing locations and picturesque lakes. The development history of Carinthia is even older than Austria itself.

The Corinthians speak in a typical colloquial dialect that is entirely different from proper Germany. It is said that the people of Carinthia are usually very warm-hearted and open-minded. This Austrian state is surrounded by mountains all around. On one hand, the Alps mountain ranges are covering Carinthia to its North on the other hand Karawanken is guarding the rest of Carinthia to its South.

Carinthia of Austria preserves pictorial scenic beauty. Many travelers and adventures come down to the Austrian state of Carinthia every year for tourism and expeditions. The constant arrival of the voyagers has led to the wide development of varied tourism resources in Carinthia, the place consists of a number of reputed hotels and places to see and enjoy the nature and tradition of Carinthia.

The thing to see in Carinthia

Burg Hochosterwitz – One of the most significant places of Carinthia consisted of a thousand years old mystic castle situated on the peak of a hill, which can be reached after crossing fourteen numbers of defensive gates.

Reptilienzoo Happ – This is the zoo of Carinthia located in Klagenfurt reserves diverse types of reptiles and animals.

Friesach – The beautiful and oldest city of Carinthia is located in the north of the state, evident beautiful summer ambiance and architecture of the middle-ages is a great place to explore in Carinthia.

Minimundus – this is a famous Carthaginian park that offers a huge collection of tiny models of well-known buildings from different countries in the world.

Things to do in Carinthia

  • Skiing, hiking, climbing, boating

How to reach Carinthia

By air

  • The international airport is located in Klagenfurt.

By train

  • Villach is the rail gateway to all parts of Austria including Carinthia.

Have a wonderful journey around Austria, especially in the beautiful location of Carinthia.

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