Salt Mines Collection

Tourist route, Wieliczka Salt Mine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Malopolska, Poland, Europe

Tourist route, Chapel of St. Kinga, Wieliczka Salt Mine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Malopolska, Poland, Europe

High angle view of Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

High angle view of Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

High angle view of Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

High angle view of Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

Detail of fields at Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

Detail of fields at Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

Detail of field at Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

Detail of field at Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

High angle view of Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

High angle view of Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

Full frame shot of Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

Panoramic view of Maras salt marsh terraces, Salinas de Maras, Cuzco Region, Peru

A Visit to the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine, Bavaria, II, going down the Slide (engraving)
1053515 A Visit to the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine, Bavaria, II, going down the Slide (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

The Salt Mines of Cheshire (engraving)
1096817 The Salt Mines of Cheshire (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Salt Mines of Cheshire)

A Visit to the Salt-Mines of Cheshire (engraving)
1096816 A Visit to the Salt-Mines of Cheshire (engraving) by Read, Samuel (1816-83); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to the Salt-Mines of Cheshire)

A Visit to the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine, Bavaria, III, coming out (engraving)
1053536 A Visit to the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine, Bavaria, III, coming out (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A Visit to the Berchtesgaden Salt Mine)

The salt mines of Las Salinas de Maras, where each little plot is individually owned, Peru, South America

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Explore the mesmerizing world of salt mines on a captivating tourist route. One such remarkable site is the Wieliczka Salt Mine, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Krakow, Malopolska, Poland. Step into this underground wonderland and be enchanted by its breathtaking beauty. As you venture through the tourist route, prepare to be awestruck by the Chapel of St. Kinga within the Wieliczka Salt Mine. This magnificent chapel carved entirely out of salt will leave you spellbound with its intricate details and ethereal atmosphere. Travel across continents to Salinas de Maras in Cuzco Region, Peru, where high angle views reveal an awe-inspiring sight - Maras salt marsh terraces stretching as far as the eye can see. Capture full-frame shots or panoramic views of these natural wonders that have been meticulously crafted over centuries. Embark on an unforgettable journey to Berchtesgaden Salt Mine in Bavaria, Germany. Experience an adrenaline rush like no other as you descend down a slide deep into the heart of this ancient mine (as depicted in engravings). Witness firsthand how salt mining has shaped history and culture throughout generations. Closer to home lies Cheshire's own treasure - The Salt Mines of Cheshire (engravings depict visits to these mines). Immerse yourself in their rich heritage and discover how they played a vital role in shaping local communities for centuries. In Las Salinas de Maras, Peru's South America region awaits another unique experience. Here, each little plot within the salt mines is individually owned – witness firsthand how dedication and hard work sustain this age-old tradition. Whether it's exploring Europe's enchanting Wieliczka Salt Mine or discovering South America's stunning Salinas de Maras, these captivating destinations offer glimpses into humanity's enduring relationship with one of nature’s most precious resources – salt.