Cave of Kapsia, Show cave and archaeological site in Mantinia, Greece.
The Kapsia Cave contains a vast chamber called the Hall of Miracles, measuring 330 meters long and 60 meters wide with formations in various colors.
French archaeologist Gustave Fougères discovered the cave in 1887 during excavations near ancient Mantineia, leading to subsequent scientific explorations and documentation.
Excavations in 1974 revealed human remains and ancient Greek lamps from the 4th and 5th centuries AD, indicating the cave's role in past settlements.
The cave maintains regular opening hours from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM daily except Tuesdays, with guided tours lasting approximately 45 minutes.
The cave functions as part of a natural drainage system through swallow holes that direct rainwater from the Mantineia Basin to Argolid Bay.
Location: Tripoli Municipality
Official opening: October 10, 2010
Website: https://spilaiokapsia.gr
GPS coordinates: 37.62279,22.35424
Latest update: March 8, 2025 16:48
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