There are so many unexplored places on our planet that are waiting for researchers to pay attention to them! Let's talk about the most mysterious dungeons and catacombs in the world.
Paris catacombs, France
Les Catacombes de Paris - Parisian catacombs, which are a group of labyrinths right under the streets of the capital of France. Archaeological excavations have shown that the tunnels were laid at least during the Roman Empire, and their length is 320 kilometers. The catacombs contain the remains of 6-7 million people, and its main feature is a room decorated with human skulls and bones.
Derinkuyu, Turkey
Derinkuyu is an ancient underground city in Turkey. This is the largest multi-tiered cave settlement in Cappadocia. Date of creation of the city - II - I millennium BC, and it was discovered in 1963. The researchers established the main purpose of Derinkuyu: people were hiding here from dangers, mainly from religious persecution and raids of enemies. It is estimated that the underground city could accommodate 20 thousand people along with belongings and livestock.
Crystal Cave, Mexico
The Mexican city of Nasya houses one of the most beautiful underground wonders in the world. The Crystal Cave was discovered in 2000. Its origin is volcanic-magmatic. The main feature of the cave is that it contains the largest natural crystal known to mankind. A small part of the cave is accessible to tourists, a significant part of it remains unexplored.
Dan yr Ogaf Caves, UK
Dan yr Ogaf Caves is a 17 km long cave system. It is located in Wales and is considered the most amazing natural underground site in the world. During the excavation of the cave, the remains of 40 people and many animals were found.
Salt Copies of Turda, Romania
One of the most famous landmarks of the country is located not far from the Romanian Cluj-Napoca. Salt mining here began in the days of the Roman Empire (albeit on the surface) and continued in the Middle Ages. In 1932, the mine was no longer used for its intended purpose due to obsolete equipment. The decision to turn Turda into a tourist destination was made in 1992, and by 2010 the Salt Copies of Turda had become a full-fledged tourist attraction. Tourists have access to:
- Mini golf course
- Ferris wheel
- Entertainment Center
- Boat station.
West Norwood Catacomb Cemetery, London
Construction of this landmark began in 1837 - West Norwood became London's first private landscaped cemetery. The cemetery was closed in 1930, but at the time of closure it included 95 storage facilities - public and private, which can hold 3,500 coffins.
Yerebatan Sarnici, Turkey
Yerebatan Sarnici, or Basilica Cistern, is the largest surviving underground reservoir in Constantinople. The main feature of the reservoir is its resemblance to a palace complex. Date of construction - VI century AD. Today, a supply of clean drinking water is stored here in case of a city siege or drought. The structure is built in such a way that, in case of danger, water from 40 reservoirs will be supplied through the aqueduct directly to the city.
