About Catedral de Sal

This is an underground Roman Catholic Church built within the tunnels of a 200 meters salt mine running below the Halite mountain and is one of the popular destinations for tourists and pilgrims. The cathedral was carved out by removing 250,000 tons of salt. The empty space is lit up to create a spiritual ambiance within its chapels and naves. A colossal cross adorns the church which is quite a sight to see. Visitors are taken on an hour-long tour inside the church. The tour will take you through the fourteen stages of Jesus’ crucifixion, the illuminated cupola, and the stunning nave. The 75 meters long mine can easily accommodate more than 8400 people a day.

Must See

  • Salt Cathedral.
  • Nucuma Movie in 3D.
  • Miners' Route.
  • Climbing Wall.
  • Canopy.
  • Brine Museum.
  • Ecological Pathway.
  • Ships of the Cathedral.
  • Viacrucis.
  • Nartex.
  • Dome.
  • Water Mirror. 

How to reach

Take any TransMilenio Bus starting with the B letter to reach out Portal Del Norte bus stop. Once reached, go to the "Intermunicipal" platform and look for a bus that has Zipaquira on its destinations list. The ticket price is COP 2,400 for all day. It would take around a 6-minute walk from the Zipaquira bus stop to the Catedral de Sal.

Tips

  • Take a footprint walk on salt.
  • Wear proper shoes to walk on salt.
  • Experience climbing the wall.
  • Take the city tour offered by them.
  • There is a parking lot available with 325 cells. 
  • Visit during the weekly cultural presentation day.
  • You can take photos here.
  • Smoking and consuming alcohol are not allowed here.

Visit Time

Sunday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:40 p.m.
Monday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:40 p.m.
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:40 p.m. 
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:40 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:40 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:40 p.m.  
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. to 5:40 p.m. 

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Waiting Time

Nil

 

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Entrance Fee

Yes  Adults: COP 57000

Children (4 to 12 years): COP 47000

People with Disability: COP 47000

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Time you can spend

2 to 3 hours

 

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Weather

Overcast Clouds 8.62°C

 

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