Salina Turda, a geological treasure hidden deep underground in Transylvania, Romania (located in the Southeast of Europe), was once one of the busiest salt mines in the world.
After centuries of mining, this ancient salt mine has been miraculously reborn, transforming from a place of hard labor into a unique entertainment paradise. With winding tunnels, giant salt pillars and crystal-clear saltwater lakes, Salina Turda is now an underground amusement park, promising to bring unforgettable experiences to 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 history of salt mining spanning millennia, hides many mysterious stories underground in Transylvania. This place is not only a precious geological heritage but also a living museum, telling stories about the life and work of people from prehistoric times.
Salina Turda is one of the oldest salt mines in the world that has been renovated.
With an impressive depth of up to 100 meters, Salina Turda is like a giant underground maze, opening up a completely different world. Underground, a magical world awaits you. Pure salt blocks, created over millions of years, create shimmering walls under the light. Every corner of the salt mine has its own beauty, from dark, mysterious tunnels to large, light-filled spaces. Imagine yourself standing in front of a giant door, leading to another world - a world of salt, history and wonders.
Pure salt blocks are a precious resource of mankind.
The salt mines in Turda date back to ancient times, and were dug up to 30 meters deep, and were also used as shelters in case of war. After the Salina Turda Salt Mine was converted into a tourist attraction, it was renovated into a mining museum. Recently, it was further converted into an amusement park.
The Salina Turda Salt Mine, 100m deep, located in Transylvania, Romania, is one of the oldest salt mines in the world.
A dramatic turnaround
Once a bustling salt mining site that supplied the needs of an entire empire, the Salina Turda salt mine has undergone a dramatic transformation. With its impressive size and depth, it resembles a mysterious underground city.
Thanks to a spectacular transformation, the ancient salt mine has become a famous tourist destination.
Since 1992, the doors of Salina Turda have been open to visitors. Through years of renovation and investment, this ancient salt mine was “revived” and became a unique amusement park in 2009. This transformation has given visitors a completely new experience, harmoniously combining natural beauty with modern entertainment activities.
Here, visitors will take the elevator down and can see the entire park.
Passing through the ancient wooden gate, visitors feel like they are lost in another world. Salina Turda Salt Mine is not only a geological heritage but also a living work of art, harmoniously combining ancient and modern beauty.
The soft yellow light reflects on the salt walls, creating a magical, shimmering space. The Museum of Contemporary Art with its unique works, along with the ancient amphitheater, where the high and low melodies echo, will leave you amazed by human creativity. You can even enjoy the excitement of spinning on the Ferris wheel or try your hand at challenging bowling alleys. With a stable temperature of 10 degrees Celsius and 80% humidity, the Salina Turda salt mine will bring you a feeling of comfort and relaxation.
Relax in a space with a novel design that makes visitors feel like they are in outer space.
Visitors will be extremely excited to explore an ancient salt mine while participating in recreational activities.
With enthusiastic guides, you will be led through dark, mysterious tunnels to admire stalactites of all shapes and sizes. In particular, the small lake hidden underground like a precious gem, inviting you to explore by small boats. You will feel like you are floating on a fairy river, watching the shimmering reflections on the water surface.
Swing ride in the space of an ancient salt mine
What is special is that all the tunnels in the mine were excavated by hand, without using any machinery or explosives, which further enhances the wild beauty and historical value of this place.
The Salina Turda Salt Mine is one of the most spectacular attractions in the world, where you can have fun and admire a real natural wonder.
