Posted :November 2013
Author : Sonic070
When we think of the world underground visions of mysterious
places, mystical caverns, and the Satan himself springs to mind. The most unusual
places you can visit below ground can be found in this list of 10 astonishing
underground places.
Hidden below the scorching desert sun, there is a popular
destination that was once the foremost producer of valuable opal gems. Coober
Pedy was the location where many gem stones originate.
What’s really intriguing is that the local residents have transformed the mines into a town which comprised of perfume stores, hotels and even a local chapel.
What’s really intriguing is that the local residents have transformed the mines into a town which comprised of perfume stores, hotels and even a local chapel.
9 Paris, France
Being one of the most famous capital cities in the world, it
would surprise most to find hoards of human bones and skulls in a myriad of
underground labyrinths. This is due to prevalence of disease over the years
where many human remains were placed below the ground for heath reason
8 Cheyenne Mountain Nuclear Bunker, USA
Once an anti nuclear attack control center, this sprawling
mass of defensive tunnels housed hundreds of military workers and security
personnel. Today, this Cheyenne
Mountain bunker serves as
a relic of the past.
7 Derinkuyu, Turkey
This ancient metropolis was virtually an underground city
built centuries ago. It made use of the pliable volcanic rock to shape up
chambers and tunnels into a multi leveled maze. The original purpose of the
stronghold is lost and open for discussion as Cristian, Roman and Byzantine
Empires have come and gone.
6 Petra, Jordan
Possibly the most iconic image of an underground entrance is
the Treasury and Monastery that is built into deep crevices in the Jordanian
desert. The golden sand stone facade has countless images and photos but inside lays
hundreds of tunnels and rooms dug by hand into the rock creating what seems
like a miniature city.
5 Beijing, China
During the Sino-Soviet dispute, Mao Zedong protected the socialist
government by building mass of underground tunnels in 1969 that are still
revamping today. It was built to cater around 40% of Beijing’s population complete with barbers
shops, schools and a skating rink. Nowadays, these underground tunnels have a serviceable
youth hostel and are a minor tourist attraction.
4 Amsterdam, Netherlands
Not to be outdone by other cities, Amsterdam, the Dutch Capital is planning a
massive underground city for shopping and parking which will be completed in
2018. The Dutch do not shy away from an engineering challenge as this feat
requires the need to dig below many canals since the ground is below sea level.
3 Wieliczka Salt Mine, Poland
A massive salt mine production had been operating since 13th
century in South Poland but was shut down in
2007. This former Nazi munitions storage facility has changed for the better.
It currently houses statues, chapels and even a cathedral. The underground
chandeliers there are a certain treat.
2 Catacombs, Rome
The Italian
Eternal City
is well known for its breathtaking beauty and impressive Roman Architecture.
What some tourist are unaware is that, right under their feet is a sprawling
network of water management and drainage systems as well as plenty of room making
up secret chapels and thousands of elegant family mausoleums.
1 Kish, Iran
This underground city is a breathtaking sight for tourist
and diners alike as it was craved out of sheer rock. This 2,500 year old marvel
is about to get a new facelift and expansion into shops, restaurants and houses
within the 10, 000 sq m complex.
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