Explore Subterranean Destinations for a Different Point of View- Part 2

Man has built incredible monuments across the globe. From modern cities, back to ancient antiquities and before, man has made his mark. Today we travel to grand places such as Stonehenge or Dubai to see the marvels we have created through time. There are also truly stunning and awe-inspiring creations to explore underground; truly unique places worth visiting. Listed below are just a few incredible subterranean destinations built by Man over the centuries; and they are waiting for you to explore yourself.

Edinburgh Vaults- This part of Edinburgh, Scotland's past was only rediscovered about 30 years ago. The vaults consist of 19 chambers within the arches of Edinburgh's South Bridge, now covered by a modern city, step back in time to a not so distant past.

Greenbrier Resort, W.VA- For a look into the not so distant past of the United States, you will want to explore the underground bunker at Greenbrier Resort in West Virginia. When the Cold War was at its peak, this super secret sanctuary was built to protect government officials and help keep the country running.

Hallstatt Salzburg Salt Mine- You can experience a truly unique piece of living history in the world's oldest working salt mine. Salt was once considered more valuable than gold. The Hallstatt Salt Mine has been an integral part of this region, from the original Celtic tribes who discovered the salt mountain, to the country of Austria today. And visitors get to ride the great wooden salt slides...

Istanbul Basilica Cistern- This is the largest of hundreds of ancient water cisterns built beneath the ground in Istanbul, Turkey. The sheer size of this huge water storage system is enhanced by the distinctive architecture of the structure itself. 

Orvieto Italy Etruscan Tunnels- Before there was the Roman Empire in Italy, there were the Etruscans. Much of what we think of as Roman today originated with these people, including long historical towns such as Orvieto. The Etruscan Tunnels of Orvieto give us a glimpse to the ancient past in this region, a must for any history or culture buff.

Paris Catacombs- No review of unique underground destinations would be complete without the Paris Catacombs, perhaps the most famous man-made subterranean monument in the world. Miles of tunnels are filled with millions of bones, the remains of Paris's dead from throughout the centuries. An eerie experience, not for the feint of heart, but worth seeing at least once if you can.

PDX (Portland) Shanghai Tunnels- We have our own eerie and storied underground past here in Portland. The Portland Shanghai Tunnels once put this city on the map, as the most likely place a poor sod could end up being shanghaied- or forced into labor on board a ship headed to, you guessed it, Shanghai, China. These tunnels are even said to be haunted.

Reso- Montreal’s Underground City- What do you do when your city has incredibly long and harsh winters? You build underground of course. Many cities have subterranean areas, for transit and shopping. In Montreal there is the Reso, where you will discover an entire city, literally.

Temples of Humankind- There is no stopping the imagination of man. For a truly awe-inspiring experience from within the earth, you will want to journey to the Temples of Humankind, located at the foot of the Italian Alps in the Federation of Damanhur. Considered one of the new Wonders of the Modern World, and begun in the 1970's, here are several amazing and artfully designed subterranean temples, all geared towards supporting a peaceful and enlightened way of living.

Are you ready to explore our underground world? Go ahead, the world is waiting for you.... It's time to experience it.

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