Morovitsa Cave, Cave in Teteven, Bulgaria
Morovitsa Cave is a natural underground cave near the town of Teteven in Bulgaria, running over 2 miles (3 km) long and reaching about 490 feet (150 m) below ground. Its passages lead through several chambers with rough walls covered in mineral deposits and small pools fed by water seeping through the rock.
The cave formed thousands of years ago through natural erosion, making it one of the largest in Bulgaria. Archaeologists have found stone tools from the late Palaeolithic period inside, showing that people visited or used this underground space long before recorded history.
Several bat species live inside the cave, sheltering in its dark and cool passages. Visitors who look carefully at the ceiling and walls can spot them resting in the cracks above.
A wooden sign marks the cave entrance, and steps lead down from the forested area above. Sturdy shoes and a flashlight are a good idea, as the floor inside can be uneven and wet in places.
Some of the Palaeolithic tools found inside are now on display at the local history museum in Teteven, so visitors can follow the story from the cave to the town. The nearby Glojen Monastery also serves as a starting point for many who walk to the cave on foot.
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