Salina Praid

Praid Salt Mine, in the heart of Székely Land, is one of Romania's most visited salt mines, worked since Roman times. Visitors descend by bus through a long gallery to around 120 metres underground, into a vast, cool world where the temperature stays constant year-round. The underground space has playgrounds, a chapel, a small museum, cafés, a salt lake and even concert areas, but the main reason to visit remains the saline air, used therapeutically for respiratory conditions.

Above, in the Salt Valley, you can see the Salt Mountain, a spectacular outcrop where salt breaks the surface. Praid is an ideal outing in any weather, especially for families with children, and combines easily with the nearby resort of Sovata. Bring a warmer layer — it is cool below — and check access times, which may change by season.