The Austrian Republic is a landlocked country located in Central Europe. It is bordered by eight countries, including Germany, Czech Republic, and Italy. The capital city is Vienna, known for its rich cultural history and beautiful architecture. Austria has a population of about 9 million people and is a member of the European Union. Austria has a parliamentary democracy, with a president serving as the head of state and a chancellor as the head of government. The country is known for its contributions to music, art, and science, with famous figures like Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Sigmund Freud hailing from Austria.