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« Reply #36 on: November 24, 2009, 06:01:50 AM »


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"It is unquestionably magical that the cool white rays of moonlight can originate deep underground in a black chamber that is, at least in my perception, white hot." (Richard Fisher, photographer, comments on the huge selenite crystals.)

A Giant Geode

Geodes are normally formed by volcanic or sedimentary geologic activity - a cavity in the rock is formed, inside which crystals begin to grow, such as amethyst, quartz or a number of others. Most geodes are small enough to fit in your hand, but this one is large enough to climb inside. The crystals found here are gypsum. - More info.
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« Reply #37 on: November 24, 2009, 06:02:15 AM »


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The largest Geode Cave in US is located in Ohio: Crystal Cave, check it out.

Ancient Cave Cities

Khosrov Caves in Armenia served as a shelter to ancient tribes - in a perfectly cinematic location:
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« Reply #38 on: November 24, 2009, 06:02:36 AM »


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« Reply #39 on: November 24, 2009, 06:03:00 AM »


(photos by Raffi Kojian and eco culture)

We wrote about Cappadocia cave city in Turkey before. But you might not be aware that more modern establishment makes its home there - a luxury hotel!
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« Reply #40 on: November 24, 2009, 06:03:27 AM »


Considering how hot it can get outside, it definitely provides a welcome coolness:
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« Reply #41 on: November 24, 2009, 06:04:18 AM »


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This PC case mod would fit right there, in that cave hotel room:

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