Grotte di Castellana
CountryItaly
RegionPuglia
Discovered1938
Size/Depth3.3 km surveyed
About Grotte di Castellana
One of the most famous show caves in Italy. Discovered in 1938 by speleologist Franco Anelli. The dazzling White Cave is among the purest alabaster chambers known. A 60 m vertical shaft called La Grave forms the dramatic entrance. Over 15 million people have visited since it opened.
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