Beautiful enough to be listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site — the world’s most beautiful town is right here

Taking an early morning stroll through the town with others is incredibly peaceful. (Photo: Dashizhixiang)

The presence of the Alps has made Austria a mountainous country, and it’s this mountain landscape that drives countless travelers to explore it and witness its beauty in person. Just how beautiful is Austria? A visit to the lakeside town of Hallstatt will make it clear.

Surrounded by the Alps, Hallstatt enjoys a uniquely advantageous location. The town clings to steep slopes and borders crystal-clear lakes, with rows of colorful houses built along the hillsides and overlooking the water. During the day, when sunlight bathes the area, every corner looks like a scene from a fairy tale. Gazing into the distance, you’ll see the towering peaks of the Alps, where the crisscrossing mountain ridges create a breathtakingly beautiful view.

Hallstatt is hailed as the most beautiful town in the world. (Photo: Dashizhixiang)

Most visitors to Hallstatt stay for one night, choosing lakeside courtyard hotels just to enjoy the view upon opening their windows in the morning. Some say that Hallstatt is at its most beautiful in the early morning — the light mist over the lake, the distant mountain clouds diffusing in soft light — it’s truly nothing short of a earthly paradise. If you have time, take a stroll through the town with others. Without the hustle and bustle of crowds, the tranquil atmosphere allows you to better appreciate the charm of what is known as “the most beautiful town in the world.” The entire town feels as though it belongs solely to you. The stunning Hallstatt, even with its less-than-convenient transportation, still manages to attract travelers.