Linz, Capital city on the Danube River in Upper Austria.
Linz sits on the north bank of the Danube between Vienna and Salzburg and serves as the capital of Upper Austria. The city spreads across both banks of the river and connects through several bridges that bring together the old town with modern residential areas and industrial zones.
The settlement began in the first century as a Roman military camp called Lentia along an important trade route. During the medieval period, the town grew into a trading center that gained importance through river traffic and its location between larger cities.
The Ars Electronica Festival draws visitors from around the world each year who come to see digital art and new media installations. The city also hosts regular concerts and events along the Danube waterfront, where people gather to enjoy music and the riverside atmosphere.
A visitor card offers free travel on trams and buses throughout the city and reduced entry to several museums and attractions. Most sights and shops lie within walking distance in the center, making it easy to explore on foot.
The harbor has been transformed in recent years into an open-air gallery where artists from different countries have left large murals on warehouse walls and quay structures. Guided tours show visitors the works and explain the stories behind individual graffiti and paintings.
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