Brief synthesisThe Hallstatt-Dachstein alpine landscape, part of the Salzkammergut, and thus of the Eastern Alps, is one of visual drama with huge mountains rising abruptly form narrow valleys. Salt mining continued in Roman times and was then revived in the 14th century. The cultural landscape of the region boasts a continuing evolution covering 2500 years. Salt mining has always determined all aspects of life as well as the architectural and artistic material evidence. AuthenticityBecause of its special historical evolution, this cultural landscape has retained a degree of authenticity in nature and society that is outstanding in the alpine region.