Graz, Austria

The city of Graz with its approximately 303.000 inhabitants is Austria’s second largest city.  The famous historic city center of Graz is a UNESCO cultural heritage site as you can find a lot of old buildings even dating back to the Middle Ages here. Those who want to enjoy a good view of the inner city’s unrivaled red roofs should take a stroll up to Schlossberg, a small mountain in the middle of the city with the Uhrturm (clocktower) which provides visitors with an incredible view of major buildings such as the Opera House and wonderful churches like for example Grazer Dom or Herz-Jesu-Kirche. The river Mur and the inspiring scenery surrounding the city can also be marveled at from this beloved spot. Yet Graz is not only famous for its old city center since institutions of tertiary education such as Karl-Franzens University, University of Music and Performing Arts, Technical University, University of Applied Science Joanneum and the University College of Teacher Education make the area the perfect location for students and a center of science and innovation.  The city, however, is not only a highlight for those interested in architectural history and top-notch education, it also boasts modern buildings such as the Kunsthaus, the Island in the Mur or the Science Tower – just to name a few- and offers an impressive art and music scene with a lot of festivals in various places together with a vibrant night life. So, you see, Graz is the place to be 😊.