The Castellana Caves
One of the most important spectacular underground karst complexes of Italy
The Castellana Caves, one of Italy's most spectacular underground karst complexes are an unmissable stop for anyone visiting Puglia.
Located just XNUMX km from the town centre in the municipality of Castellana Grotte, they extend for XNUMX metres and reach a maximum depth of XNUMX metres. Inside, the temperature remains constant at around XNUMX°C all year round, creating an evocative environment ideal for exploration.
The caves open in the heart of the South-Eastern Murge, XNUMX metres above sea level, on a limestone plateau formed during the Upper Cretaceous period, around XNUMX-XNUMX million years ago
We are at the gates of the Valle d'Itria, in a strategic position to discover some of the region's most iconic destinations: Alberobello, Cisternino, Polignano a Mare and other charming villages are just a few kilometers away.
The extraordinary beauty of the Castellana Caves attracts visitors from all over the world. Since the day they opened to the public, over 15 million of people have explored their underground passages, and been enchanted by one of Europe's most fascinating natural spectacles.
The guided tour takes visitors on a journey of around 3 kilometers,down to a depth of 72 meters, through natural canyons, spectacular cavities, deep chasms, and formations of incredible shapes and astonishing colors. The caves have evocative names that bring them to life: every room, every gallery stimulates the imagination of adults and children alike.
Stalactites, stalagmites, fossil and ancient formations make this experience a fascinating journey into the heart of the earth, in an exciting and timeless environment.
The Castellana Caves are truly one of Puglia's most surprising natural wonders , to be experienced with amazement, step by step.
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