So many hidden treasures exist all over the world. It would take a lifetime to visit them all in person – which is why it’s so fantastic that we live in this digital age, a time when we can glimpse magic over the internet and never have to leave our homes.
I mean, sure, traveling is still preferable but it costs money and time and stuff!
If you haven’t had a chance to travel to Krakow, Poland, then you haven’t had the chance to visit these truly stunning salt mines.
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But for now, at least we have pictures to make us believe in magic once again.
The Wieliczka salt mine was first opened in the 13th century, and today, it’s a part of the First UNESCO World Heritage List.
The mine plunges 1072 feet at its deepest point, and everything – every little thing in over 2000 chambers – is made of salt.
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That includes the underground lakes…
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The chapels….
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And even the chandeliers.
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It all exists because everyone around the world uses salt on their breakfasts, lunches, and dinners, but it still kind of looks like a level in Tomb Raider instead of real life.
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There are plenty of wonderful things to see in Krakow, and in Poland, so you wouldn’t be booking that trip for the mine alone.
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And as lovely and wonderful as these images are, I don’t know…there’s just something about seeing places like this with your own two eyes, don’t you think?
Have you visited this salt mine? Did it blow your mind? If you have, please share your firsthand experiences with us in the comments!
