Melissani Cave in Kefalonia, Greece

Kefalonia Caves - Melissani Cave in Kefalonia, Greece is a must-visit destination for adventure enthusiasts. Located outside Sami, this cave offers a unique geological phenomenon that cannot be found anywhere else. Surrounded by lush trees and forests, Melissani Cave is 3.5 km long, 40m wide, and 36m high, with a lake that boasts an islet. Archaeologist S. Marinatos discovered Pan's sanctuary in the lake, with findings that can be seen in the Archaeological Museum of Argostoli. Explore the cave with a boat and a guide through an underground tunnel. Witness the mechanical and chemical process called karstikopoiisi that created the cave, where water enters calcareous rocks, erodes them, and creates hollows. Opt for a thrilling adventure at Melissani Cave in Kefalonia, Greece.

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