Built on the banks of the Danube River, Vienna is by far the largest city in Austria. Vienna was the centre of the powerful Austro-Hungarian Empire and the city is adorned with fine palaces, gardens and squares from this period. Modern Vienna is a cosmopolitan European capital city with much to offer the visitor. With world class museums, the famous winter open-air markets and excellent live music, Vienna is sure to satisfy the most demanding culture connoisseurs.