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Deep Dive / Mapping Modernity / Hierarchy

15. Reichshaupt- und Residenzstadt

Capital of 'Kakania' Since 1867, Vienna has served as the capital of 'Kakania,' an ironic term referring to the 'kaiserlich-königlichen Doppelmonarchie Österreich-Ungarn.' The map illustrates the old city centre (I) and the desolate slums located beyond it (e.g., II and VII). Due to the rapidly increasing population, new neighbourhoods (XXI and X) are being constructed on the eastern and southern sides.