Pertosa Caves, Show cave in Pertosa, Italy
The Pertosa Cave system stretches over 3,000 meters through limestone formations, featuring underground rivers, lakes, and mineral deposits along its passages.
Archaeological excavations within the cave system have uncovered evidence of human habitation dating back to prehistoric times, including tools and primitive artifacts.
The cave network carries the alternative name Grotte dell'Angelo, reflecting the regional Italian practice of dedicating natural caverns to Saint Michael.
Visitors can access 1,200 meters of the cave system through guided tours, which include boat rides across the underground lake near the entrance.
The subterranean passages of Pertosa Caves served as filming locations for Dario Argento's 1998 adaptation of The Phantom of the Opera.
Location: Pertosa
Website: http://grottedipertosa-auletta.it
GPS coordinates: 40.53694,15.45551
Latest update: May 12, 2025 02:27
Basilicata in southern Italy contains cave settlements, medieval castles and nature parks. The region features Roman ruins, karst caves and abandoned villages. The area includes Pollino National Park with rare pine species and historic centers like Matera with its Sassi cave dwellings.
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