Al Hoota Cave, Natural cave in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman.
The cave system extends for 5 kilometers through limestone formations, featuring underground lakes, stalactites, and geological structures shaped over millions of years.
Local inhabitants discovered the cave centuries ago, leading to its development and official opening as the first show cave in the Arabian Peninsula in 2006.
The cave contains numerous geological formations that residents have named, including structures resembling a Chinese cat, an old man, and a lion's head.
Visitors can access 860 meters of the cave system through guided tours in English or Arabic, with a maximum capacity of 750 people per day.
The cave houses over 100 animal species, including the rare Omani blind cave fish that adapted to perpetual darkness in the underground water system.
Location: محافظة الداخلية
Address: Al Hoota Caves Access Road, Western Hajar, Rwadah-Hamra Road, الحمراء، Oman الحمراء الحمراء
Opening Hours: Poniedziałek-Niedziela 09:00-17:00
Phone: +96825422197
Website: https://alhootacave.om
GPS coordinates: 23.08122,57.35059
Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:55
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