Luray Caverns
CountryUSA
RegionVirginia
Discovered1878
Size/Depth5 km surveyed
About Luray Caverns
Contains the Great Stalacpipe Organ, the worlds largest musical instrument. Rubber mallets tap stalactites to produce notes. The Dream Lake reflects stalactites to create an illusion of depth. Discovered by four local men. A US Natural Landmark.
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