Ask anyone what they associate with caves, and they’d probably cite darkness, discomfort, and bat poo.

We’re not disagreeing – there’s a reason hermits traditionally retreat to caves to get away from their fellow man – but there’s a cabal of caves the world over that defy that dank reputation. There’s just as much below ground as there is above – if you know where to look…

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