Colombia’s Otherworldly Cathedral of Salt
We ventured 2 ½ hours south of Bogota to the Salt Cathedral, the “First Wonder of Colombia.” The Catedral de Sal de Zipaquirá is an underground Roman Catholic Church built within the tunnels of a salt mine 660 feet underground inside a mountain near the city of Zipaquirá, Colombia. It’s a huge tourist destination and a popular pilgrimage spot.
This massive subterranean cathedral is truly spectacular, with dramatic lighting, sculptures, light shows, Gregorian Chants and choir music, a mining tour, an underground mall, and even a train. Following the Stations of the Cross is a fascinating experience. The eerie combination of otherworldly and touristy is not to be missed!
We paid about $40 for the entry fee, plus the cost for the tour guide who drove us through the mountains.
Info:
Salt Cathedral Info Map
