Salina Turda

"Surface extraction of salt was first started by the Romans. Underground extraction began after the establishment of the Kingdom of Hungary. There are records of salt mining in Torda as early as 1075. The salt chamber existed as early as the 14th century. It was the first among the Transylvanian salt chambers, and the royal chamberlain of Torda, who was superior to the other chamberlains, held the title of ispán (comes camerae). The salt mines in the area supplied the majority of Hungary's salt needs. After the revolution of 1848, the salt chamber was moved from Torda, first to Nagyszeben, then to Kolozsvár, and finally to Marosújvár in 1880. In 1853, the Franz Joseph gallery was built and the Teréz and Rudolf mines were modernised. Salt mining ceased in 1932, during the Romanian occupation. During the Second World War, the population of the town fled here to escape air raids. Between 1950 and 1992, the Franz Joseph mine was used as a cheese warehouse. It was renovated as a tourist attraction in 2010 with EU funding. The mine galleries house an amphitheatre, a sports ground, a Ferris wheel, a mini-golf course and a playground. You can also go boating in the Teréz Mine lake."

"The Turda Salt Mine, located in Turda, Romania, is a remarkable underground wonder that has been transformed into a unique tourist attraction. This historic salt mine, dating back to the Middle Ages, features stunning subterranean chambers, including the impressive Rudolph Mine, with its towering salt walls and fascinating formations. Visitors can explore a range of attractions, including an underground amusement park with a mini-golf course, a Ferris wheel, and a boating lake, all set within the mine's cavernous halls. The mine also offers educational exhibits about the history of salt extraction and the therapeutic benefits of the salt environment. With its surreal atmosphere, stunning architecture, and diverse activities, the Turda Salt Mine provides a one-of-a-kind experience that combines history, adventure, and relaxation."

"Turda Salt Mine where Mr. Beast recorded his video"