Caverna de Santana, Limestone cave in Alto Ribeira State Park, Brazil
The Santana Cave extends through three levels with wooden stairs and bridges, containing a flowing river and diverse geological formations throughout its passages.
German naturalist Richard Krone discovered the cave in the early 1900s, initially naming it Caverna do Rio Roncador due to the nearby river system.
The cave serves as an educational center where visitors learn about subterranean ecosystems and geological processes through guided tours and scientific programs.
Access to the cave requires authorized guides and specific equipment, including helmets and flashlights, while different sections present varying exploration difficulty levels.
The Flowers Hall section contains thousands of aragonite crystal formations, while the cave stretches 8,373 meters horizontally with a 61-meter elevation change.
Location: Iporanga
GPS coordinates: -24.53340,-48.70610
Latest update: March 7, 2025 15:06
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