Here we are passing through the vast palace, the Hofburg. The palace continued expansion up to a few years before the Habsburgs fell from power in 1918. This area bustles with visitors and today we were happy to be counted among the tourists!

Thomas Rainer, Head of Market Design & Support of Wiener Borse presented information regarding the CEE Stock Exchange Group. The Vienna stock exchange was founded in 1771 and is one of the oldest still operating in Europe. In spite of its age and hitorical significance, it is currently considered an exchange representing emerging markets. This is due to the countries and the types of industries participating in the exchange . Pictured is Mr. Rainer with Pro...

Arriving at our meeting at the Vienna Stock exchange. We are eager to learn about the inner workings of and regulations imposed upon this stock exchange.

We gathered for a group picture in the Maria Theresa (Hofburg Congress Center) square.

We are in awe of the majestic buildings surrounding us as we exit our bus in Vienna. Our arrival point is in the most historical part of this Imperial city. We will have time to explore the environs of Maria Theresa Plaza and neighborhood when we complete our visit to the Vienna Stock Exchange.