Top 10 most beautiful caves in the world

Caves always make people curious and surprised because of their mysterious beauty. From the tourist-friendly underground paradises of Italy or Slovenia to the remote pilgrimage sites of Laos, caves are hidden deep around the world and many are as beautiful as they are on another planet. Below are 10 caves voted by the famous British travel magazine Time Out as the most beautiful in the world.

1. Son Doong Cave, Vietnam

Son Doong Cave is a wonderful natural wonder, located in the Phong Nha - Ke Bang cave complex in Quang Binh province, Vietnam. Discovered in 2009 by the British Royal Caves Association, Son Doong has become the pinnacle of curiosity and exploration. The largest cave in the world with a height of up to 200m, a width of 150m and a length of about 90km, Son Doong is an unparalleled natural masterpiece. Inside the cave, you will encounter magical natural relics such as underground rivers, fine white sand beaches, unique stalactites up to 70m high and a rich coral population. The cave also has 2 skylights, allowing natural light to shine through the cave, supporting the growth of grasslands and plants inside, creating a wonderful natural living space.
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2. Ice Cave, Russia

The beautiful ice cave is located on the Kamchatka Peninsula, Eastern Russia. This cave was formed from the melting of the snow layer on the Mutnovsky volcano, creating a unique ecosystem with sunlight shining through the thin dome, creating magical lights in the cold space. Considered one of the natural wonders, the ice cave in Russia is an attractive destination that needs to be explored for its beauty and flora and fauna.

This cave is like a long trench formed by hot water flowing under the snow fields around the slopes near the Mutnovsky volcano. Due to the melting of the ice layer on the Kamchatka volcanoes in recent years, and due to sunlight shining inside, the upper roof of the cave is becoming thinner and thinner, even creating holes in some places. Kamchatka Peninsula is located in the East of Russia, this is an area of ​​rare natural beauty with large symmetrical volcanoes, natural lakes, wild rivers, and beautiful coastline. The peninsula was only recently discovered because the area is forbidden and tourists are not allowed to come here. Thanks to limited human exploitation, the peninsula and its flora have almost retained their pristine appearance.
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3. Naica Crystal Cave, Mexico

Located 300 m underground, Naica Cave is located in Naica, Southeast of Chihuahua City, Mexico. Formed from the evaporation of a concentrated amount of calcium salt in water, this is a unique cave in the world. In the cave, there are hundreds of transparent and photoactive crystal columns, capable of emitting sparkling fluorescent light, protruding from the cliffs and the bottom of the cave, stacked with many column sizes up to 11m high, weighing 55 tons, creating a dangerous terrain in the cave. This is not only a natural wonder with sparkling beauty but also a challenge for tourists who love adventure and want to enjoy its unique beauty.

Naica Crystal Cave not only has a unique sparkling beauty but also has unpredictable potential for adventure. To conquer it, visitors must love adventure and really want to enjoy its beauty. It is a real challenge for visitors. Without proper protective equipment, humans can only survive about 10 minutes in the cave. Tourism is strictly prohibited, only scientists and miners with full protective equipment are allowed to access the mine for research purposes. Scientists have discovered the remains of organisms inside the crystals, trapped for 10,000 - 50,000 years, especially bacteria that do not match any known life form on the planet.
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4. Batu Caves, Malaysia

Batu Caves is a limestone cave discovered by an Indian merchant named Thambusami in the 19th century, but only became famous in the 20th century when Indian workers found it while searching for a place to build a temple to the gods. Batu Caves, formed about 400 million years ago, is located in the North about 13 km from Kuala Lumpur, the capital of Malaysia. Although not outstandingly beautiful, when coming here, visitors will admire the wonderful architecture of Indian artisans. The Batu Caves system includes 3 large caves, many small caves scattered across the limestone forests, accommodating thousands of visitors. On both sides of the stairs leading to the cave, there are often monkeys sitting quietly, watching groups of visitors passing by. At a height of 100 m, there is an Indian temple with typical architecture, colorful reliefs depicting legends and unique rituals of the Indian people.

Since the 19th century, Batu Caves were discovered by an Indian merchant named Thambusami, but it was not until the 20th century that Batu Caves were rebuilt as a temple to the gods, becoming the religious center of Hinduism in Malaysia. Although not as beautiful as other caves, the Batu Caves system is still considered one of the most beautiful caves in the world thanks to its unique architecture. Batu Caves is also immersed in mysterious stories about the gods, becoming an important pilgrimage site for the Indian community in Malaysia and an annual tourist attraction.
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5. Vatnajokull Glacier Cave, Iceland

The Vatnajokull Glacier Cave in Iceland spans thousands of years of history on the island of Oaefajokull, home to Iceland's highest volcano. The cave was formed by Europe's largest glacier. The area of ​​the Vatnajokull Cave is 8,200 square meters, the depth is up to 1,000 meters, and the average thickness of the ice is 400 meters, with a maximum of 1,000 meters. The shape of the cave changes every year because it is located on Oaefajokull - home to Iceland's highest volcano. During the summer, the ice in the cave melts and freezes in the winter. The suspended ice rocks glow with a wonderful blue light and many areas in the cave are red like fire. The ice ceiling of this cave is like a magical bubble curtain.

Vatnajokull Cave is truly a magical cave, with an ice beauty like no other in the world, considered the largest and most beautiful cave in Europe. This place always attracts tourists, especially those who want to record the wonderful and magical scenery of the cave. This cave is a priceless gift that nature has bestowed upon humans. When summer comes, the cold water from melting ice will create large empty spaces in the riverbed, creating magical soft ice caves.
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6. Benagil Cave, Portugal

Benagil Cave is a wonderful cave island 150 m east of the small Benagil beach in Algarve (Portugal). Created by the power of the sea, this cave has a dome shape with 2 entrances, the center of which is a round dome. Enter the cave and look up, you will be immersed in the natural beauty as the sunlight shines through the dome. In addition, the surrounding beach with fine white sand brings a comfortable and fresh atmosphere. Benagil Cave is like a precious gem of Portugal.
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7. Mendenhall Glacier, USA

The Mendenhall Glacier is located near Juneau, Alaska, USA, and was formed 3,000 years ago during the cold period of the Earth. The cave has a magical blue color due to the unique crystalline structure of the ice, creating a fascinating and mysterious scene. However, this cave also contains dangers when giant ice blocks can melt and fall. Mendenhall Glacier is a must-see destination for those who love to explore and face the challenges of nature.

The colors and constant changes of the ice cave make it attractive, but at the same time, it also carries potential risks. You will experience a unique atmosphere when entering the wonderful world of Mendenhall Glacier. The cracks in the ice surface create a unique and fascinating landscape, making each expedition memorable.
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8. Tham Lod Cave, Thailand

Tham Lod Cave is located in Pang Mapha City, Thailand. As the oldest cave in Thailand, with a rock block that has weathered for more than a million years, Tham Lod Cave is a masterpiece of nature. Each rock block seems to challenge the contemplation, amidst the mysterious and enigmatic space of the cave. Coming here, visitors will feel the majestic and majestic beauty of nature.

The cave is covered with green moss with a large cave entrance, welcoming the sunlight. To go deeper into the cave, instead of going through dangerous trails, visitors only have one way: rafting inside. Standing in the middle of the cave, many visitors seem to be mesmerized by the masterpiece of nature. Tham Lod Cave is tinged with a striking copper yellow color, just like the typical color block of this land of golden temples. Going deeper towards the end of the cave, Tham Lod will change color, that is the bright color of sunlight, the green color of the fresh nature outside. And unlike other caves, the deeper you go into Tham Lod, the wider the path becomes for visitors. Inside Tham Lod, there are also quite mysterious turns, making visitors feel like they just need to touch and be sucked deep into the stalactites by supernatural power. Carrying within them the magnificence of nature in the fossil cave, they show us strange structures with magical colors carved by nature over millions of years. It can be said that nature has given humans a world with countless wonders, which is what created Tham Lod cave today.
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9. Waitomo Glowworm Cave, New Zealand

The Waitomo Glowworm Cave is located more than 40 m underground in the North of New Zealand, discovered in 1940 and may be up to 30 million years old. It is home to hundreds of glowworms, creating a blue light combined with a bit of green. Visitors can take a boat tour and experience the fairytale world of the glowing glowworms. The Waitomo Glowworm Cave is a wonderful gift from nature, always ranked among the most beautiful caves in the world and a popular tourist destination in New Zealand.
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10. Marble Cathedral Cave, Chile

Marble Cathedral Cave is located in Lake General Carrera in Patagonia, Chile. With a system of marble walls formed over thousands of years, this cave offers a unique natural beauty with clear blue water. The blue color of hope and freshness in the cave creates a peaceful and comfortable atmosphere for visitors. Marble Cathedral is a unique natural wonder, considered the most beautiful natural cave in the world, an ideal destination with its new and fresh beauty. Exploring this cave is an experience not to be missed when coming to Chile.
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