Near Kristiansand is a Park of minerals, which presents the exposure of crystals, minerals and samples of mining equipment. For many years Norwegian collector Arnar Hanson collected minerals and dreamed that his vast collection could admire not only he, but also people from all over the world.

Park minerals is located on the river Otra, one of the most picturesque parts of the region with its steep cliffs and unique culture. Exhibition Park will be interesting for both experts and ordinary tourists who do not have deep knowledge in Geology. In fact, the mineral Museum is located inside the mountain, and the area outside is busy beautiful Park of stones. It is this use of space, exhibits and technology Park gives minerals in Kristiansand unique and differ from other similar museums.

The Park is quite interesting mineralogical area. For over a hundred years in the nearby mines the mining of quartz and feldspar for porcelain industry needs.

The exhibition consists of 5 halls. The first one displays minerals from outside Norway, themed showcases and tables with chairs for group lectures. Local exhibits are presented in a separate hall. The Museum also exhibited samples of mining equipment: carts for ore, fawn sled for spar, tools, equipment, miner, etc. Here you can even see the huts of the workers.

In the Park visitors can not only walk in done in the stone tunnels of 175 meters, admiring the gleaming colors of minerals around, but to take a trip to the quarry, go Canoeing or fishing.

In the center of the Park you will find themed cafe where you can eat at the stone table. Also at the Park minerals there are specially equipped places to stay, souvenir and book shops. For those wishing to have the opportunity to stay overnight in an authentic log house.