Due to the geological conditions, the composition of the rocks and the morphology of the Apennines zone, the region hosts quite many and very interesting caves. Located in the municipality of Cappadocia, at 22 km/13.6 mi in the west of Avenzzano, this cavities date back to Bronze Age.
In the main cave, there have been discovered human bone rests and testimonies since Neolithic period. The cave named by a noble Roman of the fourteenth century which lived in the area. The outside of the cave presents remarkable vegetation due to partly to elevated humidity in the interior of the cave.
In the vicinity of this cave, we can meet the natural sinkhole Ovido Verrecchie, with its impressive abyss of 300m/984ft. Shortly after the central hall, called ‘Le Firme’, the Marcello well is formed with a depth of 48 m/157 ft and 15 m/49 ft wide. The hall continues for another 23 m/75.4 ft downwards. The underground pond forms a spectacular waterfall where starts a second well, the Grande Scivollo, with a depth of 26 m/85.3 ft. At the end of the well it is formed a wide and high chamber which is paved with rocks and debris. On the opposite side from the Grande Scivollo, a narrow tunnel is identified, entirely formed by calcite. Trail facilities operate till afternoon.
Trentino Region, in northern Italy, is a well known zone amongst the passionate fans of caving. The particular geological formation of the Dolomites Mountains and the continuous pass of floating water and steams have shaped the underground format of the area.
Gauteng is the smallest province in South Africa yet its economic power house. It is located in the heart of South Africa's Highveld Region and is highly urbanized and densely populated. Gauteng offers to its visitors an option to explore the hustle and bustle of its urban life or the natural attractions outside its main cities, Johannesburg and Pretoria.
For the enthusiast of speleology and spelunking, the numerous and particular caves in Abruzzo region offer moments of real fun and excitement, due to the geological conditions and the morphology of the Apennines zone.
One of the most majestic and extraordinary places in India is Meghalaya state. Located on the north east side of the country, Meghalaya means "the adobe of clouds" and boasts a panorama of fertile valleys, thick tropical forests, amazing waterfalls, meandering rivers, 250 different species of orchids, an incredible variety of mammals and birds and endless, impressive caves. For the nature and adventure enthusiasts of the world, this is the ultimate destination.
Caving in Abruzzo region, in central Italy, can be a very pleasant and joyful experience for the enthusiast of the underground landscape.
In Alto Adige - Trentino region, the particular geological formation of the Dolomites Mountain group and the continuous pass of floating water and steams have shaped the underground format of the area, creating cavities and caves with an especially interesting character and with ample evidence of the past.
If you are looking for a great destination for caving, Abruzzo region, in central Italy with several very interesting caves- result of particular geological conditions and the morphology of the Apennines zone- is your destination.
The numerous caves in Abruzzo region, in central Italy, are the result of particular geological conditions and the morphology of the Apennines zone and can offer to speleology and spelunking enthusiast special moments of excitement!
Abruzzo region, in central Italy, is a great destination for the passionate of the two wheels. Motorcycling in the Apennines mountain chain can be a very stimulating adventure.
Caving in Abruzzo region, in central Italy, can be a very pleasant and joyful experience for the enthusiast of the underground landscape.
Ranking 6 out of 6 star rating and part of the Italian FISURF championship and EUROTUR SUPAA 2015, the Adriatic Crown Stand Up Paddling race event is a first class competition that offers one of the richest jackpots in Europe... €10,000,00!!!
Motorcycling in the Apennines mountain chain is a very exciting adventure for the passionate of the two wheels and Abruzzo region, in central Italy, is the destination for this unique activity.
The Apennines mountain chain creates impressive scenery and an excellent natural routes network in Abruzzo region, in central Italy which is ideal for the enthusiast of the two wheels.
Windsurf Center Marotta, located in the same-named town alongside the Adriatic sea, is organizing between the 22nd and the 24th of July, 2016, The Adriatic Crown SUP Race. The event will be the 12th out of the 14 stops of the Eurotour 2016 SUP competition, held across 11 countries from May to August.
