Loulé's Rock Salt Mine Tour & Santa Bárbara Art Collection
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Deep under the city of Loulé lies Techsalt's Rock Salt Mine - an oasis of wonder! Make this art, history, and geology combo the highlight of your holiday to the Algarve.
Join Fininho, the mine's mascot, and his friend Salty in an underground adventure beneath the city of Loulé.
Description
Observe and be dazzled by the collection of pieces dedicated to Saint Barbara, patron saint of miners and other arts from sculptures, paintings and religious utensils, coming from several countries with hundreds of years old. After learning about the cult of Saint Barbara, see the colorful and contemporary interpretation of the artist Klaus Zylla...
What's Included
- * Guided tour of Loulé's Rock Salt Mine
- * Admission to the Santa Bárbara art collection
- * Protective equipment: helmet, flashlight, and reflective vest
- * Parking area
Important informations
- Comfortable clothing and shoes, preferably closed, are recommended. Not suitable for children under 6, people who suffer from scotophobia (fear of the dark) or claustrophobia (fear of closed spaces). * Show your ticket to the guide at the meeting point (R. Combatentes da Grande Guerra, 80) * Please note there is a parking area available as you enter in the mining park, on your left side
- It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.
Care of Covid-19
Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.
Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.