The wonders of nature are surprising, its majesty surpasses the hand of humans by far. Thus, we find formations such as mountains, volcanoes, forests, lakes and much more. Today at we wanted to go in and explore the mysterious caves that hide an unknown world inside. The lack of light, environmental conditions or the absence of usual sounds make these holes ideal places for exploration. If you do not suffer from claustrophobia and have entered a cave, you will have seen that sometimes they contain incredible wonders. Come with us to know 10 of the largest and most beautiful caves in the world.
The 10 most impressive caves in the world!
1. Waitomo Luminous Caves
The Waitomo Luminous Caves are one of the most impressive New Zealand curiosities. Its peculiarity is to be the habitat of a very special insect: the Luminous Arachnocampaalso called Glowworm (luminous worm). Although it appears to be a firefly, it is actually a mosquito that during its larval stage shines to attract their prey to a kind of spider web. When he becomes an adult, he does so to look for a partner. It is thanks to these insects, which are located on the ceiling of the cave, that a starry sky effect. The best of all is that if you want to see these caves, which really are some of the most beautiful in the world, you can do so. Since 1900 they have functioned as a tourist attraction and are navigable.
2. The Marble Caves
Definitely, to the curious facts about Chile we should add this nature sanctuary. Located in General Carrera Lake, this is an impressive cave system. It is due to their shape that they are known as the Marble Cathedral and the Marble Chapels. They are small islets close to the shore, which are formed by calcium carbonate. They can be visited in small boats that bring you closer to these incredibly modeled marble formations that are reflected in crystal clear waters. It was due to erosion and the patient work of water that this landscape of impressive caves has been created. In 1994, they were declared a Monument.
3. Fingal’s Grotto
Continuing our exploration of the largest caves in the world, we reach the curiosities of Scotland. The origin of this grotto, in the Inner Hebrides, is volcanic and has a lava flow. It is known for its large size, its walls have a height of 23 meters high. In addition to this, it is made up of hexagonal basalt columns. This natural structure and high ceiling produce a curious echo that is produced with the coke of the waves of the sea. This constant sound resembles that of a cathedral and for this reason, in Gaelic, it is known by the name «Uamh-Binn» which means «melody grotto«. Not in vain, Mendelssohn was inspired by this sound for the beginning of one of his compositions called «Die Hebriden.»
4. Eisriesenwelt Caves
Our next stop is at the curiosities of Austria to see these impressive caves. The most incredible thing is their structure that stands out as the largest ice caves in the world. In fact, his name means «ice giant world» and has approximately 42 km. of length, of which only 1 km. can visit. The ice presents different colors due to the minerals it contains and when the formations are illuminated with carbide lights (carried by the guides), the effect is spectacular. Visits take place between May and October due to the risk of avalanches, since The entrance to the cave is located at more than 1,600 m. altitude.
5.Sơn Đoòng Grotto
The curiosities of Vietnam are also part of the list! At first glance, this cave is impressive not only for its natural beauty, but also for being one of the largest caves in the world. It has a length of 6.5 km and a preliminary width of 150 m. In addition to this, it also turns out to be one of the impressive caves, since it has the highest stalagmites in the world, as they are made of 70 meters high. On the other hand, it is curious that this cave It was previously used as a shelter from bombings during the famous Vietnam War..
6. Antelope Canyon Caves
You didn’t know that these caves are part of the curious facts about the United States. We have been amazed by these impressive caves! At first glance, it would seem like an altered photograph, but no. It is one of the most beautiful caves in the world. The spectacular Antelope Canyon is located in the north of the state of Arizona and is part of a navajo indian nature reserve. These caves are among the largest in the world as some of their walls reach 40 meters high. On the other hand, its peculiar shape is due to the strong stream of water that has passed through thousands of years. If you want to visit these caves you must do so with a specialized guide, as they turn out to be very dangerous being prone to flash floods.
7. Nerja Caves
We couldn’t make a list of impressive caves without including these beautiful caves in Malaga, which turn out to be one of the best curiosities in Spain. They were discovered in 1959 and since that moment they have become a point of interest, both tourist and archaeological, due to the remains and paintings that have been found there. These remains and archaeological evidence could come from ago. more than 40,000 years. And they were declared Asset of Cultural Interest in 1985. In addition, they are considered one of the largest caves in the world, since there are areas where the height can reach up to 33 meters.
8. Batu Caves
Have you ever wondered what to see in Malaysia? This magnificent country has many wonders to discover, but we definitely had to highlight the Batu Caverns, which happen to be one of the largest and most beautiful caves in the world. These caves were formed ago more than 400 million years and they adapted to be a hindu shrine which is distinguished as the most famous and important in India. One of the most representative symbols of the Batu Caves is the large golden statue of God Murugan more than 40 meters high. Likewise, at the entrance you will see 272 steps that you must climb to enter the caves, we assure you that they are worth it!
9. Reed Flute Caves
Awesome! Who would say that these beautiful caves are part of the curiosities of China? As you can see, the Reed Flute Caves draw attention for their strong colorful which, although it is made with artificial lights, gives it a magical and spectacular touch. Furthermore, at the entrance to these caves bamboo canes grow which are used to make flutes. Inside them you will see many strange and wonderful stalactites, stalagmites and rock formations.
They are also one of the largest caves in the world, since They are about 240 meters long, it is U-shaped and turning it around will take you approximately an hour. Finally, the most wonderful thing is that inside the caves There are more than 70 inscriptions written in ink, dating back to the year 792, of the Tang Dynasty (618-907).. They tell us how these impressive caves have been an attraction since ancient times.
10. Mammoht Caves
We conclude our list of the largest caves in the world with the one that has been classified as such, thanks to its 484 km of galleries at five different heights. It also stands out for having the deepest soil, about 110 m below the surface, an underground river called Eco runs there, which is a tributary of another called the Verde River, which has a length of 1.2 km and a width of 60 m in some of the lagoons it forms. These impressive caves are located in the United States, within the state of Kentucky. They are part of a natural park of the same name that was declared World Heritage and Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO.
This is the end of our post about the largest caves in the world. Tell us which of them seemed the most impressive to you and if you would dare to meet it. We will be fascinated to read you 😊 Also, if you want to continue getting to know the most amazing places that nature provides us, be sure to read the post: Blue holes: memories of the ice age