Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá: An Underground Wonder
Discover a unique architectural and religious landmark in Colombia, an underground cathedral carved from a salt mine, offering a spiritual and awe-inspiring experience.
The Salt Cathedral of Zipaquirá is a Roman Catholic church built within the tunnels of a salt mine 200 meters (660 ft) underground in a halite mountain near the city of Zipaquirá, in Cundinamarca, Colombia. It is a tourist destination and place of pilgrimage in the country. The temple at the bottom has three sections, representing the birth, life, and death of Jesus.
A brief summary to Salt Cathedral
- Parque De La Sal, Zipaquirá, Cundinamarca, 250252, CO
- +576018519502
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-6 pm
- Thursday 9 am-6 pm
- Friday 9 am-6 pm
- Saturday 9 am-6 pm
- Sunday 9 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Wear comfortable shoes as the tour involves walking on uneven terrain within the mine.
- Bring a light jacket as the temperature inside the mine is cool.
- Consider visiting early to avoid crowds and have a more peaceful experience.
- Take a guided tour to gain a deeper understanding of the cathedral's history and symbolism.
Getting There
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Public Transport
To reach the Salt Cathedral from Bogotá, take a bus from the Portal del Norte station or the Salitre terminal to Zipaquirá. The bus ride takes approximately 50 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic, and costs around 5,400 COP. From the Zipaquirá Transportation Terminal, you can walk to the Salt Cathedral, following the signs. Alternatively, a taxi from the terminal to the entrance costs approximately 6,000 COP.
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Taxi
A taxi from Bogotá to the Salt Cathedral costs approximately 100,000 COP. The journey takes around one hour. Ask the driver to take you directly to the Salt Cathedral. After your visit, you can walk downhill to the town of Zipaquirá.
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Driving
If driving from Bogotá, take the North Highway towards Chía-Zipaquirá and follow the signs to Zipaquirá. The drive takes approximately one hour. Parking is available at the Salt Cathedral. Parking costs vary, but expect to pay around 10,000 COP for a few hours.
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