The British publication The Guardian has included Salina Turda and its leisure area among the recommended destinations for tourists seeking eccentric places in Europe.
“For a surreal experience, look no further than Salina Turda. The 120m deep mine was excavated in the 17th century and was used, for a short period during World War II, as a bomb shelter. Later, it served as a cheese warehouse, and recently, it was transformed into a magical theme park, featuring a Ferris wheel, mini-golf course, bowling alley, and table tennis. It also has an underground lake with boats that can be rented for exploring the mine,” according to The Guardian’s presentation.
Among other destinations included in the top 10 eccentric places are the trick fountains that spray unsuspecting tourists in the gardens of Hellbrunn Palace, Austria, the Zizkov television tower in Prague, considered among the world’s ugliest buildings, and the Mushroom Museum in France. Also featured are a public toilet with glass walls (admittedly, reflective on the outside) for a spectacular view of the ski slopes in Andorra, and a cat museum, the latter located in Amsterdam.
Source: Profit
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes Salina Turda a unique tourist destination?
Salina Turda is a historic salt mine transformed into a surreal underground theme park located 120 meters below the surface, offering a one-of-a-kind atmosphere.
What attractions can be found inside the salt mine?
The mine features a Ferris wheel, a mini-golf course, a bowling alley, table tennis, and an underground lake where visitors can rent boats.
What was the historical use of Salina Turda?
Originally excavated in the 17th century, the mine has served as a bomb shelter during World War II and later as a storage facility for cheese.