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Top 10 Best Underground Wonders

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Our planet Earth has so many beautiful natural wonders. Some of them are laid in front of our eyes, while others are secretly hidden underneath. Check out our list of these incredible underground gems, that provide an unforgettable experience. 10. Wieliczka Salt Mine, Wieliczka, Poland The salt mine operates since the 13th century. Today it is set as a museum: over 1.2 million tourists visit the site due to its underground attractions. There is an underground lake, wellness complex, many salt sculptures and even a carved cathedral – all made of salt! How to get there? It is located only 10 km from the beautiful old city of Krakow. Get there by bus, train or car, taking E40 route. Photo by William H. Photo by Redstone Hill Photo by Michal Osmenda 9. Salt Mines in Yekaterinburg, Russia A psychedelic walls of layers of carnallite are found underneath the industrial city. The vivid spectacle of colorful minerals is found 200 m (650 ft) under the surface. However it is not open to ...

Top 10 Amusement Parks

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Want some adrenaline in your veins? Amusement parks specialize in making your heart beat faster. Check out this list of versatile parks: some of them are themed, some family friendly, some are all only about the crazy rides. Which one would you like to visit? 10. Santa Monica Pier, California, USA The pier amuses people since 1909. Located on the coast of the Ocean, the pier offers to discover its classic carousel, hundreds of games, aquarium and attractions. Its Ferris Whee is powered by the solar energy and the roller coaster circles around the park. Why to go there? Small and accessible park for some fun rides once on the West coast. How to get there? Get there by foot – the pier is found between Ocean and Colorado Avenue. Read more: Santa Monica Photo by Neil Kremer Photo by Bobby Gibbons Photo by Celso Diniz 9. Port Aventura MediterrĂ nia, Spain Stretched along Costa Brava and Costa Dorada, the park offers some exciting amusements indeed. Surrounded with tranquil Medit...