The Womb, Cave sanctuary in Kardzhali Province, Bulgaria
The cave extends horizontally for 22 meters into a limestone formation, featuring a 3-meter-high entrance positioned 2 meters above ground level.
Discovered in 2001 by speleologist Mincho Gumarov, the cave dates back to the 11th-10th centuries BCE when Thracians used it as a sanctuary.
The interior contains carved niches and an altar at its deepest point, indicating the cave's function as a center for fertility worship.
Visitors can reach the cave through marked hiking trails starting near the Borovitsa Hotel, with the journey taking approximately one hour on foot.
During winter months at noon, sunlight penetrates deep into the cave, reaching the altar area in a natural phenomenon tied to ancient practices.
Location: Kardzhali
Elevation above the sea: 704 m
GPS coordinates: 41.70496,25.24778
Latest update: May 28, 2025 17:56
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