Ice Caves Mutnovsky

Ice Caves Mutnovsky, Russia

From series “Fantastic and Colorful Caves Inside the Earth”

In Russia on Kamchatka there is a majestic Mutnovsky volcano, on one of the slopes of which scientists have discovered a unique cave. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that this is an icy cave. For many years it has been existing in close proximity to the incandescent volcano crater. The cave is incredibly beautiful. The sunlight penetrating it paints the walls and the ceiling in all colours of the rainbow.

Ice Caves Mutnovsky, Russia
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Ice Caves Mutnovsky, Russia Mutnovsky Cave owes its formation to volcanic activity. Under its influence, there is a continuous melting of the glacier, the waters of which wash incredibly beautiful tunnels in the permafrost. The last eruption of the volcano occurred in 2000. In the case of a repeated eruption, the cave can be completely destroyed, but in its place will be inevitably formed equally beautiful new ones.

Tourists who want to walk along the slopes of a powerful volcano will have an opportunity to see many more incredible natural attractions. They can walk along the banks of the Vulkannaya River, see the most beautiful waterfalls and admire natural viewing platforms surrounding the natural splendour. Everyone can also rise to the crater of the volcano. Climbing in this area is quite simple and does not require special training. As a rule, an excursion to the most beautiful places of the district lasts several hours. Next - Dongzhong Cave

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