I. The origin of the country name
Austria is called "Austria" for short.
"Austria" means "eastern border area" in Latin. It is the eastern border area of Charlemagne Empire and became independent in 1 156, which means "the country of the East". 1866, after losing in the Puao War, became a part of the Austro-Hungarian Empire. 1918165438+10/2 "Republic of Austria * * *" was established.
Second, geographical location.
Austria is located in the south of Central Europe. It borders Hungary in the east, Switzerland and Liechtenstein in the west, Italy and Yugoslavia in the south and the Federal Republic of Germany and Czechoslovakia in the north.
Third, the main overview
Austria covers an area of 83,853 square kilometers. More than 90% are Austrian, and the rest are Slovenes, Croats, Hungarians and Italians.
Austria is divided into nine states: state, government and township (town). The capital, Vienna. The currency is "Austrian schilling". The official language is German.
Fourth, social customs.
The general characteristics of Austrian social customs can be summarized in the following words:
Austrians are smart and love music.
Simple and honest personality, polite and civilized;
Respect the national flower "Edelweiss" and love its beautiful face;
"Domestic swallow" is regarded as a lucky bird, and people have feelings for it;
Believing in Roman Catholicism, "13th" and "Friday" are afraid of meeting.
There are the following characteristics in the details of life:
Austria attaches great importance to politeness, and even when they meet strangers, they are used to saying a polite greeting. They love art and music. Vienna is a world-famous music city. When they get together with friends, this place is always happy to choose a pub that sells new wines of the year. They like edelweiss. People love its beautiful appearance and are proud of its gorgeous colors, so people regard it as the national flower. They especially like domestic swallows. People believe that she will bring vitality and auspiciousness to people. Swallow is still the messenger to benefit the people in people's minds, so people respectfully call it the national bird.
Austria loves green. Think that green symbolizes beauty and auspiciousness. What they want most is to see the chimney sweeper on New Year's morning. I think it's a good thing that Geely met them in danger. They like others to know the characteristics of their nation and talk about their achievements.
Five, etiquette etiquette
When meeting guests on formal occasions, Austrians usually shake hands as a gift. When women meet male guests, they are also used to curtsy, and at the same time politely extend their right hand to each other and let them kiss their hands in return.
General etiquette
Austrians like to have their own characteristics and achievements recognized. Never call an Austrian a German. Although Austrians and Germans speak the same language, they have their own unique customs and values.
Unlike Germany, it is always polite to greet people in public, even strangers.
Appointment and punctuality
Business meetings should be agreed in advance and every effort should be made to keep them on time.
Hospitality and gifts
When you are invited to someone's home for dinner or for a non-business visit for the first time, you can give some small gifts, such as flowers or chocolates. Avoid sending red roses (for love), red carnations (for May Day 1) or even-numbered flowers (this is considered unlucky).
Talk to each other
Don't talk about money, religion, politics, etc. unless the other party specifically asks this question.
Sixth, the taboo of faith.
Most Austrians believe in Maro Catholicism and some believe in Protestantism. They taboo "13" and "Friday". It is considered that "13" is an unlucky number, and it is even more frustrating if "13" falls on "Friday". When they are eating, they especially don't want to hear someone chewing food. It is considered uncivilized to make noise when chewing food. They don't want to talk about money, religion and politics. They are sensitive to whether foreigners can tell the difference between them and Germans, and they are even more reluctant to be regarded as Germans by others. They avoid eating shrimp on New Year's Eve. I think eating shrimp on this day will make the next year fall back. They generally don't want to eat vegetables with bone spurs. But they still welcome dishes that are finely processed and have bone spurs removed.
Seven, eating habits
Austria is very particular about eating. Christmas Eve. They are used to having family dinners in restaurants, especially like goose, turkey, roast veal or pork legs. The main course is usually goose and roast suckling pig. They are especially happy to keep the table clean and tidy all the time during meals. In the process of eating, even if someone accidentally stains the tablecloth, try to cover it with a napkin or napkin before eating.
People in Vienna, Austria drink coffee in a unique way. They always use to put some sugar and cream in the cup first, then rush into the hot espresso and drink it when the cream foam floats on their faces. They think that drinking a cup like this has three flavors.
Austrians are used to eating western food and are very interested in Chinese food.
Austrian eating habits have the following characteristics:
① Pay attention to the richness and elegance of dishes, and pay attention to the nutritional components of dishes.
2 taste is generally partial, like salty, spicy and sweet.
(3) The staple food is pasta, and I like to taste rolls and jiaozi.
Non-staple food, such as goose, chicken, turkey, beef, pork, fish, shrimp, etc. Among vegetables, I also like to eat tomatoes, sweet peppers, Chinese cabbage and peppers. I like to use spicy powder for seasoning.
⑤ Cooking methods prefer dishes made by baking, frying, crisp and other cooking methods.
⑥ Cantonese cuisine, Sichuan cuisine and Jiangsu cuisine are highly regarded in China.
7. I appreciate the big platter, crispy chicken, roast suckling pig, wax gourd cup, shredded sweet potato, eggplant tenderloin, fried pheasant slices and roast duck.
8 Shuijiu likes wine and has a great capacity for drinking. They like to drink white wine. Like coffee, mineral water, sprite and other drinks. I'm interested in black tea and scented tea in China.
Pet-name ruby apples, lychees, grapes, cantaloupes and bananas. Dried fruits such as walnuts and peanuts.