1. Son Doong Cave – Vietnam
Son Doong Cave is one of the most remarkable natural wonders of Vietnam, located in Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park in Quang Binh Province. The cave was discovered by a local man named Ho Khanh in 1990. Later, in 2009, it was officially explored by the British Cave Research Association. Son Doong Cave is considered the largest cave in the world, with a length of about 9 km and a volume of up to 38.5 million cubic meters. With this impressive size, the cave can accommodate an entire 40-story skyscraper inside. Son Doong Cave features unique natural scenery and is ready to “mesmerize” visitors with its primeval forest, underground river, and giant stalactites, combined with natural light entering the cave through large sinkholes, creating a magnificent and magical scene.
(Source: Toquoc.vn)2. Ice cave – Russia
The ice cave is located on the Kamchatka Peninsula in Eastern Russia. This ice cave was created by the melting of the snow cover on the Mutnovsky volcano. This process has formed a unique ecosystem, where sunlight passes through the thin ice dome, creating a perfect effect in the cold space.
3. Naica Crystal Cave – Mexico
Naica Crystal Cave is one of the largest and most impressive crystal caves, attracting the interest of scientists and tourists. The cave is famous for its giant gypsum crystals, which are unique in the world. These crystals have formed over millions of years in very stable temperature and humidity conditions. The cave was discovered by two miner brothers, Juan and Pedro Sanchez, while they were drilling a mine in 2000.
4. Batu cave system – Malaysia
The Batu Cave System is located about 13km north of the capital, Kuala Lumpur. It is one of the country’s most famous and sacred tourist destinations. The Batu Cave System includes three main caves and several smaller ones. To reach it, visitors must climb 272 brightly colored steps, leading to a mysterious natural landscape combined with the sacred atmosphere of the solemn Hindu temples inside.
(Source: AlongWalker)5. Vatnajökull Glacier Cave – Iceland
The Vatnajökull Glacier Cave in Iceland is a stunning natural wonder, attracting visitors from all over the world. Located beneath the thick ice of the Vatnajökull glacier, this cave system stands out with its surreal beauty, making visitors feel like they are entering a fairy tale world. When you enter the ice cave, you will see transparent, emerald-green ice walls that have formed over thousands of years, sparkling in the light.
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