Our planet Earth has so many beautiful natural wonders. Some of them are laid in front of our eyes, while others are secretly hidden underneath. Check out our list of these incredible underground gems, that provide an unforgettable experience.
10. Wieliczka Salt Mine, Wieliczka, Poland
The salt mine operates since the 13th century. Today it is set as a museum: over 1.2 million tourists visit the site due to its underground attractions. There is an underground lake, wellness complex, many salt sculptures and even a carved cathedral – all made of salt!
How to get there?
It is located only 10 km from the beautiful old city of Krakow. Get there by bus, train or car, taking E40 route.
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9. Salt Mines in Yekaterinburg, Russia
A psychedelic walls of layers of carnallite are found underneath the industrial city. The vivid spectacle of colorful minerals is found 200 m (650 ft) under the surface. However it is not open to visit, unless with a permit from the government.
How to get there?
Get to Yekaterinburg’s international airport from various European cities or Dubai, Tel Aviv, Istanbul, Tashkent.
Photo by Mikhail Mishainik
Photo by Mikhail Mishainik
Photo by Mikhail Mishainik
8. Bounce Below, Wales, UK
Located in the Llechwedd caverns, the facility provides the most exciting bounce experience ever! The three giant trampolines are found in a 176-year old disused mining cavern. The world’s first subterranean playground is lit by the colorful lights, making it even more compelling.
How to get there?
Bounce Below is found in Antur Stiniog, Gwynedd. Get there by train from various British cities.
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Photo by Bounce Below
Photo by Bounce Below
7. Derinkuyu Underground City, Cappadocia, Turkey
Carved into soft volcanic rock in the 8th–7th centuries B.C. by the Phrygians, the city used to serve as a shelter from invasions. The city is 60 meters deep and is interconnected by the tunnels. It could house over 20,000 people! Today most of it is open for the tourists.
How to get there?
The tours take off from Goreme – a town in Cappadocia.
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6. Cenotes, Mexico
The deep natural sinkholes are very often found in Mexico. Some, like in Chichén Itzá and Valladolid, are especially beautiful and popular among the tourists. Sacred Cenotes used to be visited by the pilgrims, who would sacrifice objects and sometimes even humans.
How to get there?
Choose your favorite destination and get there by bus or a guided tour from various cities in Mexico.
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5. Booming Ice Chasm, Canadian Rockies, Canada
A dangerous cave traps cold air that enters it, but doesn’t leave, resulting in several meters of thick clear smooth ice. It also has an amazing acoustics. However, only professionals should climb these ice caves, though, because the slightest mistake would send them sliding into the wall.
How to get there?
Situated on the Alberta/British Columbia border, which is a 90 minutes drive from Calgary.
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4. Carlsbad Caverns, New Mexico, USA
Found in the Guadalupe Mountains, caverns feature huge limestone chambers. Limestone and stalactites are found all over the caves. In the spotlight they reflect various colors and transfer visitors to the different, magic world for a while.
How to get there?
It is located 40 km (25 mi) from Carlsbad. Get there by car via US Highways 62 and 180 or bus.
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Photo by Unknown
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3. Stockholm Metro Station, Stockholm, Sweden
Unofficially known as the „world’s longest art gallery“, the metro station has some exciting paintings. The colorful rugged surface of the walls and ceiling gives a surreal impression of a space on fire. The initial idea to bring art to public by using the public space worked out really well.
How to get there?
Easy access from anywhere in Stockholm.
Photo by Alexander Dragunov
Photo by Alexander Dragunov
Photo by Alexander Dragunov
2. Batu Caves, Gombak, Malaysia
The popular limestone hill has many caves and is a sacred spot, visited by the locals as well as tourists. The temple complex is spread all over the hill. The underground caverns feature stunning limestone formations and rare animal species.
How to get there?
The site is only 13 km (8 mi) north of Kuala Lumpur. The train route to the caves is said to be beautiful.
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1. The Waitomo Caves, King Country, New Zealand
The Waitomo Caves system is over 2 million years old. There are spectacular limestone caves, but the Glowworm Caves are the most stunning: Arachnocampa luminosa, the size of a mosquito and found only in New Zealand and Australia, radiate in a dark and create the unique sight.
How to get there?
The caves are 2 hours from Auckland, 1 hour from Hamilton and 2 hours from Rotorua.
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