Mitchelstown Cave, Limestone show cave near Burncourt, Ireland
The cave system extends through three large chambers filled with calcite formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and crystalline structures spanning over one kilometer.
Michael Condon discovered the cave in 1833 while quarrying limestone, after his crowbar fell through a crevice revealing the underground chambers beneath.
The cave serves as a filming location for television productions, including scenes from the History Channel series Vikings and Apple TV's Foundation series.
Visitors need to make advance reservations by phone for guided tours, which last approximately one hour and include well-lit pathways through the chambers.
Ireland's first underground seismic station was installed in the cave during June 2022, contributing to geological research and monitoring.
GPS coordinates: 52.31000,-8.08000
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:20
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