Wachau

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The Wachau is a scenic valley region along the Danube River in Austria known for its terraced vineyards, medieval towns, and distinctive landscape. It has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site because of its cultural and historical significance, particularly for its winemaking traditions and architectural heritage.

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UNESCO World Heritage Site.WHS: Wachau Cultural Landscape
UNESCO World Heritage Site.image: Wachau (2).JPG
UNESCO World Heritage Site.image_upright: 1.2
UNESCO World Heritage Site.location: Lower Austria, Austria
UNESCO World Heritage Site.criteria: (ii)(iv)
UNESCO World Heritage Site.ID: 970
UNESCO World Heritage Site.year: 2000
UNESCO World Heritage Site.locmapin: Austria#Austria Lower Austria

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Area: 2942
Official website: www.wachau.at
Image: Wachau (2).JPG

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Contents

History
Ancient history
Dukedom of Babenberg
Vineyards
Urbanization
Modern history
Geography
Towns
Melk
Krems
Spitz
Dürnstein
Willendorf
Artstetten-Pöbring
Geology
Wine
Historical monuments
Melk Abbey
Schallaburg Castle
Steiner Tor
Gothic Piarist church
Göttweig Abbey
Burgruine Aggstein
Schloss Schönbühel
See also
References

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thumb|upright=1.35|Melk Abbey The Wachau () is an Austrian valley formed by the Danube River. It is one of the most prominent tourist destinations of Lower Austria, located between the towns of Melk and Krems that attracts epicureans for its high-quality wines. It is in length and has been settled since prehistoric times. Among the tourist attractions is Dürnstein Castle, where King Richard I of England was held captive by Leopold V, Duke of Austria. The architectural elegance of its monasteries (Melk Abbey and Göttweig Abbey), castles and ruins combined with the urban architecture of its towns and villages, and the cultivation of vines as an important agricultural produce are the dominant features of the valley.