Jewel Cave
CountryUSA
RegionSouth Dakota
Discovered1900
Size/Depth354 km surveyed
About Jewel Cave
The third longest cave in the world. Named for calcite crystals that sparkle like jewels. Over 354 km of passages mapped and still growing. Only 5% is estimated to have been explored. The crystals cover walls, ceilings, and floors.
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