Class 7th A visit to Khewra Mines - A salt Wonder for Tourists.

 Comprehension Questions 

Answer these questions.

Q#1: Where are the Khewra Salt Mines located?

Ans#1: The Khewra Salt Mines are located on the right bank of the Jhelum River.

Q#2: How much salt is annually produced by these mines? 

Ans#2: Over 850,000 tons of rock salt is produced annually by these stunning natural mines. 

Q#3: Who first discovered the Khewra Mines?

Ans#3: The Khewra Mines was developed by a British mining engineer, Dr.H.Warth. 

Q#4: What is the most remarkable thing about these mines?

Ans#4:  The most remarkable thing about this mine is that it is Pakistan largest and oldest while World 2nd largest salt mine. It is home to miniature replicas of famous monuments built entirely from salt rocks. Among these are Badshahi Masjid, The Great Wall of China, Minar-e- Pakistan that makes it tourist attractions.

Q#5: How many visitors visit the Khewra Mines annually?

Ans#5: About 250,000 tourists visit the Khewra Mines annually.

Q#6: What did you find most exciting about the Khewra Mines?

Ans#6: Sheesh Mahal or Palace of Mirrors and Pul- Seerat which is 25 feet long bridge are the most amazing and exciting things at Khewra Mines.

Q#7: How can you declare these mines as a natural wonders?

Ans#7: Khewra Salt Mines are natural wonders because everything built here is made of salt that is beautiful and colorful. From the Salt rocks, various monuments were built that shows the beauty of nature.

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