Shmarnenskaya cave, Cultural heritage cave in Starooskolsky Urban Okrug, Russia.
The Shmarnenskaya Cave extends into limestone formations, containing multiple chambers with natural rock patterns along its interior walls and passages.
The cave formation began thousands of years ago through natural erosion processes in the limestone bedrock of the Mid-Russian Plateau region.
Local residents maintain traditional stories about the cave, incorporating it into regional folklore and using it as a setting for community gatherings.
Visitors need to contact local authorities in Starooskolsky Urban Okrug for access permits and should bring appropriate lighting equipment for cave exploration.
The cave contains specific geological formations that document the natural processes of the Mid-Russian Plateau over several geological periods.
Location: Starooskolsky Urban Okrug
GPS coordinates: 51.11683,37.81833
Latest update: March 7, 2025 18:36
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