Deep beneath Yekaterinburg, Russia, lies a striking network of salt mines, where vibrant, naturally occurring stripes of carnallite create an almost surreal underground landscape. These psychedelic patterns, formed by mineral deposits, stretch across miles of tunnels, turning what was once an industrial site into a natural wonder. These mines, which date back to Russia’s 20th-century industrial expansion, were key to the nation’s agricultural development. The mineral carnallite, crucial for fertilizer production, was extracted here as part of the Soviet effort to boost crop yields. While a small section remains operational today, much of the mine is now abandoned and accessible only by special permit.
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Public . 29-Nov-2025Deep beneath Yekaterinburg, Russia
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