2. Salt Hotel Adventure: Sleeping in a Structure Made Entirely of Salt
Visitors visiting Salar de Uyuni's renowned salt hotels will find one of the most unusual lodging experiences available worldwide. Almost totally built from salt blocks taken from the flats, including the walls, flooring, furniture, and even some ornamental accents, these architectural wonders include From the flat, salt blocks are cut and shaped then meticulously assembled using a unique mixture of salt and water acting as mortar. Every room is evidence of sustainable design, carefully using locally obtained materials in line with the surroundings. Despite the great temperature swings typical of the area, the thick salt walls naturally insulate rooms therefore keeping them cool during the day and warm at night. The hotels have elaborate salt sculptures and ornamental accents highlighting the adaptability of this natural resource. Many accommodations have panoramic views of the salt flat, and some even provide private terraces where visitors may comfortably stargaze. The sensation also reaches the dining rooms, where salt-made tables and chairs provide an especially immersive setting. The personnel of hotels offer amazing insights into the building and upkeep of these amazing constructions, including the yearly repairs needed to keep their structural integrity. The hotels also act as cultural hubs providing instructional courses on the geology, history, and ancient salt harvesting techniques still applied in the area.
