Khewra Salt Mine
Khewra Salt Mine Jhelum is a small world inside made it with pink Himalayan Salt Tunnel, located in Pind Dadan Khan, Jhelum Road, Khewra, Pakistan. It was opened for the public in 1872, and according to the history said, the salt tunnel was first discovered by Alexander's troops in 320 BC. Khewra Salt Mines are located 945 feet (288 meters) above sea level.
However, Khewra Salt Mine is including in the list of the world second largest salt mine. As can see, inside the salt mines has plenty of statues which are made with pure pink rock salt. Most statues are representing different Places, Famous Personalities, Show Pieces, Interesting Popular Spots Statues can be found throughout the journey of Khewra Salt Mine in a very comfortable way.
Whenever, visitors, viewers, families, travellers, foreigners come to explore Khewra Salt Mine, then first keep these points in their mind that will help between the hangout time, according to the Khewra Salt Mine, there are Two 2 ways to go inside the beautiful salt tunnel, like walking along with their beloved or either go through the trolley train direct start inside the Salt mine. In fact, if viewers go through the feet's and walk with their family and friends, then they enjoy more rather than take trolley, and get to the destination, it seems to be untouched. So, visitors, the choice is all yours.
Basically, there are 9 Salt Mines in Pakistan such as Khewra Salt Mines, Warcha Salt Mines, Kalabagh Salt Mines, Jatta Salt Mines, Bahadur Khel or Karak Salt Mines, Lakhra Collieries in Dadu, Degari Collieries in Mastung, Sor-Range Coal Mines in Quetta, Shahrig Coal Mines in Sibi. Travellers can explore these salt mines also to get build their knowledge about salt mines in a very professional way.
Similarly, throughout the unforgettable journey of Khewra Salt Mine, visitors can be able to see different items which look stunning in the mid light of Khewra such as Water Falling, the Hidden Dark Tunnels, Watch Tower, Salt Saturated Ponds, Minar-e-Pakistan made with colorful salt bricks around full of lightning, A Model of the Great Wall of China, A Statue of National Poet Allama Muhammad Iqbal, A Beautiful Mosque made up of colorful bricks of salt stone, A model of Sheesh Mahal or "Palace of the Mirrors" made up of pink salt bricks, and A Model of Mall Road of Murree, and also can see other side of mine is Cafeteria for refreshment, A beautiful shops which offers decoration pieces, Khewra Salt Lamps made up of salt stones and other unlimited attractive items available for families, tourist and visitors in a very reasonable price .
Millions of interested people come from different places to explore the unique beauty which is all made with Salt.
QUICK INFORMATION
Alias Names |
Mayo Salt Mines Jhelum |
Established | Discovered in 1872 |
Category |
Mines |
Rating | |
Location | Jhelum District, Punjab |
City / Town | Jhelum |
State | Punjab |
Country | Pakistan |
Address |
Khewra Salt Mine, Pind Dadan Khan, Jhelum Road, Khewra |
Contacts | +92 (544) 231137 +92 (300) 8866467 pmdc@isb.comsats.net.pk |
Geo Coordinates | 32.6531811527605 °N, 73.0041583840089 °E |
Associated | Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation • UNESCO World Heritage Site |
Official Website | www.pmdc.gov.pk/?p=KhewraSaltMines |
Khewra Salt Mine Attractions
Salt Mines in Pakistan
- Khewra Salt Mines
- Warcha Salt Mines
- Kalabagh Salt Mines
- Jatta Salt Mines
- Bahadur Khel - Karak Salt Mines
- Lakhra Collieries Dadu
- Degari Collieries Mastung
- Sor-Range Coal Mines Quetta
- Shahrig Coal Mines Sibi
Travelor Instructions
Khewra Salt Mine Visit Timings
- Monday - Sunday - 09:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Khewra Salt Mine Entry Ticket Price
- Adult - Rs.200/- Per head
- Student/Childrens - Rs.100/-Per head
- Adult (Forigners) - US $20/-Per head
- Childrens(Forigners) - US $10/-Per head
- Trolley Charges Special 1300/-Per Trip (Up to 12 persons include)
- Trolley Charges - Rs.100/-Per head
Khewra Salt Mine Inside Visit Duration Time
- Visit Duration Time is Total 1:15 Hours
Khewra Salt Mine Map
Khewra Salt Mine Pictures





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