Frasassi, le Grotto is a series of underground caves beneath the Alpenini in central Italy. It was found by accident in 1971. The vastness of the cave system and the size and beauty of the stalagmites and stalactites are an impressive site. The way the way that "keepers" of the caves have set it up for viewing ease and safety is impressive. The caves began (?) millions of years ago with the seeping of water through the calcite rock. The tour guide said that the first room could fit the Milan Cathedral- an impressive building.
The tour continues for about a mile through the caves. I have heard that there are many more passageways that at this time are too dark or too dangerous. The one difficulty in seeing these caves was the prohibition against taking photos. Although a couple of youths broke the rule and I was tempted, I adhered to the strict rule against photography. And so I post here others photos of the Grotto dei Frasassi.
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Just saw New Zealand tie with Italy. My guess is it's a complete mad house over there. Those caves look awesome. I wanted to wish you and Bill a happy respective fathers day, more so you I suppose. Anyhoo, glad to know the travels are going well.
Love,
Truckee
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