Tyrol is the heart of the Alps, an Austrian state that defines the quintessential alpine landscape. It is a region of breathtaking natural beauty, where majestic peaks, deep green valleys and ancient glaciers are the backdrop to charming towns and historic cities such as its capital, Innsbruck. Famous for having hosted two Winter Olympic Games, Tyrol is a year-round outdoor sports paradise. Beyond nature, it has a strong cultural identity, visible in its architecture, its strong gastronomy and its colorful traditions.