Located in the area of Sante Marie, at 32 km/19.8 mi in the southeastern of L’Aquila, this cave is a complex of cavities. Its main characteristic is the underground river which shapes and forms the morphology of the cavity. The first references for the cave dates back to 1678. Since then, many explorations and discoveries have expanded the size of the reachable cavities and sinkholes.
The pass of calcite flows changes further the character of the cave, giving to the cavity a broader development from 1500 m/4921 ft, known till then, to 2000 m/6561 ft. The underground environment is characterized by many steams and small lakes. Some departments of the cave, like Gran Salto in at 22 m/72 ft under the surface, in winter time are not accessible. Nowadays, only part of the cave is open to the visitors. The department on the side of the Galleria delle Meraviglie has to wait future explorations to come into light.
Bear Valley is a ski area located near Angels Camp, on highway 4, between Lake Tahoe and Yosemite, approximately 3 hours southeast of Sacramento, California, USA.
The Kangaroo Island covers an area of approximately 4400 km²/1698.8 mi², located at 110 km/70 mi south-west of Adelaide in South Australia and easily accessible by ferry or plane. A congregation of attractive small towns and fascinating wild Conservation parks, Kangaroo Island represents Australia's third largest Island.
In Alto Adige - Trentino region, fans of caving can admire the impressive underground setting of the Dolomites mountain chain, shaped by the continuous flow of crystal clear water from the melting of ancient glaciers.
Lake Shasta Caverns is located in northern California, east of Interstate 5 along SR89, between Mount Shasta city and McCloud city, California, USA.
One of the most majestic and extraordinary places in India is Meghalaya state. Located on the northeast side of the country, Meghalaya means "the adobe of clouds" and boasts a panorama of fertile valleys, thick tropical forests, amazing waterfalls, meandering rivers, 250 different species of orchids, an incredible variety of mammals and birds and endless, impressive caves. For the nature and adventure enthusiasts of the world, this is the ultimate destination.
Belaya River is a river situated in the Republic of Bashkortostan, Russia. The source of the river lies in the southwestern Ural Mountains and its length is 889 mi/1430 km. The Turkic name of this popular river means The White Volga and the Russian name means The White River.
Motorcycling in the Apennines mountain chain is a very exciting adventure, combining impressive scenery and an excellent natural routes network in Abruzzo region, in central Italy with a mild climate that allows motor – tours for longest periods.
Caving in Abruzzo region, in central Italy, can be a very pleasant and joyful experience for the enthusiast of the underground landscape.
For the enthusiast of speleology and spelunking, the numerous and particular caves in Abruzzo region offer moments of real fun and excitement, due to the geological conditions and the morphology of the Apennines zone.
Abruzzo region, in central Italy, is a great destination for the passionate of the two wheels. Motorcycling in the Apennines mountain chain can be a very stimulating adventure.
Abruzzo region, in central Italy, is a great destination for the enthusiast of speleology and spelunking.
The stunning Pescara is the capital city of the Province of Pescara, in the Abruzzo region of Italy. It is also located on the Adriatic coast at the mouth of Aterno-Pescara River.
If you are looking for a great destination for caving, Abruzzo region, in central Italy with several very interesting caves- result of particular geological conditions and the morphology of the Apennines zone- is your destination.
Rome is the capital city of Italy and lies in the central-western portion of the Italian Peninsula. Rome is a major tourist destination that attracts millions of tourists every year. Its climate is classified as Mediterranean climate, with mild winters and warm summers. Whether you are a culture lover or a nature enthusiast, "The Eternal City" will definitely seduce you! It is referred to as a romantic place with numerous museums, fountains, statues and bridges.
