India, Jan. 11 -- There are several reasons Hallstatt, a hamlet in Austria's Salzkammergut region, is one of the most-visited destinations in the country. For many travelers, its storybook appearance is the primary draw. "This postcard-worthy destination...delights with its colorful houses, a historic market square, the country's largest bone house, and a 7,000-year-old salt mine that is still active today and fun to tour," says Michaela Muhr, an Austrian guide with ToursByLocals.

Other visitors are interested in its historical significance; in 1997, Hallstatt was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a distinction partially granted due to the village's preserved architectural style, cultural practices, and ancient traditions, which can be...