Subterranean Wonders: 8 Must-See Underground Places on Earth

May 19th , 2024 Team LTG Team LTG

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Wieliczka Salt Mine (Poland)

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Derinkuyu Underground City (Turkey)

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Catacombs of Paris (France)

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Waitomo Glowworm Caves (New Zealand)

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Cumberland Caverns (USA)

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Postojna Cave (Slovenia)

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Edinburgh Vaults (Scotland)

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