Wieliczka Salt Works Museum, Mining history museum in Wieliczka, Poland
The museum extends through nineteen underground chambers at a depth of 135 meters, connected by 1.5 kilometers of passages displaying mining artifacts.
The institution, founded in 1951, preserves the legacy of salt extraction dating back to the 13th century when the first mining shafts were created.
The Renaissance Horn of the Diggers Brotherhood from 1534, made from auroch horn and framed in silver, represents the ancient mining traditions.
The museum remains open from 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM during peak season and 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM in low season, offering joint tickets with the Tourist Route.
The exhibition features the world's only collection of wooden extraction machines that preceded steam and electric mining equipment.
Location: Wieliczka
Website: https://muzeum.wieliczka.pl
GPS coordinates: 49.98400,20.05970
Latest update: March 6, 2025 15:13
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