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Salina Turda, a geological treasure hidden deep within Transylvania, Romania (located in southeastern Europe), was once one of the world's most productive salt mines.
After centuries of exploitation, this ancient salt mine has been miraculously revived, transforming from a laborious workplace into a unique entertainment paradise. With its winding tunnels, giant salt columns, and crystal-clear salt pools, Salina Turda is now an underground amusement park promising unforgettable experiences for visitors.
The oldest salt mine in the world.
Once known as one of the lifebloods of the Roman Empire, the Salina Turda salt mine, with its millennia-long history of salt extraction, holds countless mysterious stories beneath the Transylvania landscape. It is not only a valuable geological heritage site but also a living museum, recounting the lives and work of people from prehistoric times.
Salina Turda is one of the oldest salt mines in the world that has been reclaimed.
With an impressive depth of up to 100 meters, Salina Turda is like a giant underground labyrinth, opening up to a completely different world. Beneath the surface, a magical world awaits you. Pure salt deposits, formed over millions of years, create shimmering walls that sparkle under the lights. Every corner of the salt mine possesses its own unique beauty, from dark, mysterious tunnels to vast, light-filled spaces. Imagine standing before a giant door, leading into another world – a world of salt, history, and wonder.
Blocks of pure salt are a precious resource for humanity.
The salt mines in Turda City date back to ancient times, dug to depths of up to 30 meters, and were even used as shelters during wartime. After the Salina Turda salt mine was transformed into a tourist attraction, it was renovated into a mining museum. More recently, it has been further transformed into an amusement park.
The Salina Turda salt mine, located in Transylvania, Romania, is one of the oldest salt mines in the world, with a depth of 100 meters.
A spectacular transformation
Once a bustling salt mine supplying the needs of an entire empire, the Salina Turda salt mine has undergone a spectacular transformation. With its impressive size and depth, it resembles a mysterious underground city.
Thanks to its dramatic transformation, the ancient salt mine has become a popular tourist destination.
Since 1992, Salina Turda has opened its doors to welcome visitors. Through years of renovation and investment, this ancient salt mine has been "revived" and transformed into a unique amusement park in 2009. This transformation has offered visitors a completely new experience, harmoniously combining natural beauty with modern entertainment activities.
Upon arriving, visitors will take an elevator down and can enjoy a panoramic view of the entire park.
Stepping through the ancient wooden gate, visitors feel as if they have entered another world. The Salina Turda salt mine is not merely a geological heritage site but also a vibrant work of art, harmoniously blending ancient and modern beauty.
Soft yellow lights reflect off the salt walls, creating a magical, shimmering atmosphere. The Museum of Contemporary Art, with its unique works, and the ancient amphitheater, where melodious tunes resonate, will leave you amazed by human creativity. You can even enjoy the thrill of spinning on a Ferris wheel or try your hand at challenging bowling. With a stable temperature of 10°C and 80% humidity, the Salina Turda salt mine will provide you with a comfortable and relaxing experience.
Relax in a uniquely designed space that gives visitors the feeling of being in outer space.
Visitors will be thrilled to explore an ancient salt mine while also participating in recreational activities.
Accompanied by enthusiastic guides, you'll be led through dark, mysterious tunnels to admire stalactites and stalagmites of all shapes and sizes. Especially noteworthy is the small underground lake, a hidden gem, inviting you to explore it in charming little boats. You'll feel like you're floating on a fairytale river, gazing at the shimmering reflections on the water's surface.
A Ferris wheel ride set in the space of an ancient salt mine.
What's remarkable is that all the tunnels in the mine were excavated manually, without the use of any machinery or explosives, which further enhances the pristine beauty and historical value of the place.
The Salina Turda salt mine is one of the most spectacular attractions in the world, where you can have fun and admire a true natural wonder.
