Gruta Rei do Mato, Limestone cave formation in Sete Lagoas, Brazil
Gruta Rei do Mato is a limestone cave with an extensive underground passage system. Inside, the formations include hanging stalactites and rising stalagmites spread across multiple large chambers connected by narrow corridors.
A Danish naturalist explored the region in the 1840s and was the first to document the cave's geological features. His work sparked scientific interest in the site and its underground structures.
Ancient people left traces here, including paintings on the walls created thousands of years ago. These marks show how early inhabitants used this cave as a gathering place.
Visitors enter the cave on illuminated pathways that allow safe exploration of the formations. Well-equipped facilities on-site support comfort during your visit.
The most remarkable area holds two parallel calcite columns that tower side by side, formed over time through natural mineral buildup. These striking structures create one of the cave's most memorable features.
Location: Sete Lagoas
GPS coordinates: -19.49570,-44.28380
Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:57
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