Sometimes touristy places are famous for a reason, so Hallstatt was a place I wanted to see for myself. It’s definitely a crowded little place but I definitely thought it was pretty and liked my visit.

A Quick History of Hallstatt

The salt mines of Hallstatt have been worked for millennia, and it’s believed there was a settlement in the area around 2500 years ago. Interestingly enough, the area wasn’t largely inhabited for centuries after that, probably because it’s difficult to reach, but Hallstatt became a market town in the early 14th century. The economy for centuries revolved around salt … Continue reading