Banda Kawayan Pilipinas, the world-renowned bamboo orchestra from the Philippines, once again showcased the beauty and ingenuity of Filipino artistry as they enchanted international audiences with a spellbinding performance at the United Nations headquarters in Vienna. Their concert, aptly titled…
Philippine Madrigal Singers Vienna Concert : Songs of the World, Echoes of Home
“There are two means of refuge from the miseries of life: music and cats.” — Albert Schweitzer And on one luminous evening in Vienna — this timeless city where music breathes through gilded halls and cobbled streets — the first…
Vienna to Bratislava Day Trip: The Complete Guide by Public Transportation
Updated prices following the increase in most transportation costs in and around Vienna. Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is one of the easiest and most rewarding day trips from Vienna. Located just 60 kilometres away, it is one of the…
Vienna’s Natural History Museum (Naturhistorisches Museum Wien)
The Natural History Museum Vienna (Naturhistorisches Museum Wien) is one of the most remarkable and enriching cultural institutions in Europe. Located in the heart of Vienna, opposite its twin, the Kunsthistorisches Museum (Museum of Art History), this grand building is…
Filipino Food Month Kicks Off in Vienna Showcasing Filipino Artisanal Brands
The Philippine Embassy in Austria officially launched Filipino Food Month 2025 with “Coffee in Good Spirits” event, a collaborative cultural and culinary event held at Gota Coffee Experts, a specialty coffee shop in Vienna (the City of Coffee) known for…
TARA LET’S! Contemporary Filipino Art Exhibit
Tara Let’s is an art exhibit and collaborative initiative brought to life through the partnership of sige! and the Bastedor Art Project—two creative platforms committed to fostering dialogue, community, and artistic exchange across borders. At its core, Tara Let’s is…
Meeting a Master Storyteller : Philippine Historian Ambeth Ocampo
I am incredibly grateful for the unforgettable experience of meeting Professor Ambeth Ocampo! As a longtime admirer of his works on Philippine history and of his writings, I was beyond thrilled to finally see him in person. For those who…
Basic German Words To Get By as a Tourist
Learning some basic words and phrases of the country you are visiting, even for a short stay, is important for several reasons: 1. Enhances Communication Even though many locals may speak English, knowing basic words like hello, thank you, excuse…
Why Vienna Is a Must-Visit for Art Lovers: Where to Immerse Yourself in Creativity
Vienna isn’t just a city with great art—it’s a city shaped by art. For centuries, it’s been a cultural capital of Europe, where emperors, artists, architects, and thinkers came together to create something timeless. From Baroque palaces to radical modernist…
National Arts Month: Philippine Embassy in Vienna Features Filipino Visual Artists in Austria
February 25-27, 2024 – Vienna, Austria – The Philippine Embassy in Vienna proudly presented an exclusive art exhibition showcasing the remarkable works of the members of the Filipino Visual Artists in Austria, in celebration of National Arts Month. This inspiring…
Lebenskunst : A Symphony of Art, Cuisine, Architecture, and Culture in Vienna
The concept of Lebenskunst, or “the art of living well,” is deeply embedded in the cultural fabric of Vienna. Derived from German, the term combines “Leben“ (life) and “Kunst“ (art), symbolizing the idea that life itself can be approached as…
Trailing Philippine National Hero Dr. Jose Rizal in Vienna
Dr. José P. Rizal, the Philippine national hero, explored Vienna on May 20-25, 1887 (corrected to May 25, as a postcard sent to Ferdinand Blumentritt on May 26, 1887 stated they left Vienna the previous day). He was accompanied by…
