Velká Amerika, Limestone quarry in Mořina, Czech Republic.
The quarry extends 800 meters in length, 200 meters in width, and reaches depths of 100 meters, containing two lakes at its base.
During the first half of the 20th century, this quarry operated as a limestone mining facility where political prisoners performed forced labor.
The quarry gained recognition through appearances in Czech cinema productions, including the films Lemonade Joe and Accumulator 1.
The site remains closed to public entry and swimming due to safety concerns, but visitors can observe it from designated viewing platforms.
An underground network of tunnels connects this quarry to neighboring sites called Malá Amerika, Mexiko, and Kanada.
Location: Mořina
Elevation above the sea: 335 m
Part of: Lomy Mořina
GPS coordinates: 49.95940,14.19860
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:15
The Czech Republic contains numerous rock formations, castles, and caves outside its capital. Explore sandstone arches in Bohemian Switzerland, witness Gothic architecture at Křivoklát Castle, or visit the limestone quarries of Velke Amerika. The country's historical sites include Renaissance chateaux, Baroque churches, and medieval fortresses, while natural landmarks feature cave systems and mountain spa towns.
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