Vienna is the capital city of Austria, known for its cultural heritage and historic buildings. Some of the most prominent landmarks include the Belvedere Palace, Schönbrunn Palace, St. Charles's Church, Stadtpark, Hofburg palace, and the statue of Athena in front of the Austrian Parliament. Vienna has a strong social democratic party governing it and was previously the capital of the Holy Roman Empire, known for its imperial legacy and role in arts, science, music, and cuisine.