Hallstatt is a small town located in the Salzkammergut region of Austria. It is situated on the western shore of the Hallstätter See (Lake Hallstatt) and is surrounded by the Dachstein mountain range. The town is known for its well-preserved historic center and its unique culture, which dates back to the early Iron Age.
The Hallstatt culture is named after this town, as it was here that archaeologists first discovered evidence of this ancient civilization. The Hallstatt period lasted from around 800 BCE to 400 BCE and was characterized by the development of iron-working technology and a sophisticated trading network that spanned much of Europe.
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1:42 Hallstatt Salt Mines
1:58 Hallstatt Bone House
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2:18 Hallstatt Museum
2:28 Lake Hallstatt
2:38 Dachstein Ice Cave
2:52 Rudolf's Tower
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