Nemocón Salt Mines (Mina de Sal Nemocón)

Founded by Spanish settlers in 1537, the Nemocón Salt Mines are located in the town of Nemocón, Colombia. For over a century, from 1816 to 1968, the mine produced an impressive 8 million tons of salt. The extraction process involved collecting water from the salt spring in clay vessels and allowing it to evaporate, leaving behind the valuable mineral. Today, visitors can explore the historic site, gaining insight into the traditional methods of salt production and the significant role the mine played in the region’s history.