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Nerja Caves
On the east side of town is the Cueva de Nerja
(caves of Nerja). They were discovered in 1959
and are regarded as one of the most historic monuments in the
world; with archaeological remains dating back over 20,000 years.
The ‘Room of the Cataclysm’ reaches the height of
sixty metres, and is formed by the fusion of amazing stalagmites
and stalactites. In the month of July the caves
play host to the International Festival of Music and Dance,
an event not to be missed!
Opening Dates and
Times:
July-August: Every day from 10.00 Hrs to
14.00 Hrs, and from 16.00 Hrs to 20.00 Hrs.
September-June: Every day from 10.00 Hrs
to 14.00 Hrs, and from 16.00 Hrs to 18.30 Hrs.
The Caves of Nerja are Situated 3 kilometres
from Nerja town centre and are well signposted.
Some of the features:
Undergound caverns with stalagmites, stalagtites & columns
The world's widest column
Grand centre column in the Sala del Cataclismo (Cataclysm
Hall) reaches a height of 32 metres
Karstic cavities formed by erosion of marble by water
Palaeolithic wall paintings
Restaurant
Museum
It is possible to explore some of the chambers and caverns
that are not yet open to the public by joining a speleological
group, consisting of a maximum 10 people over the age of 14.
No special physical skills are necessary. For enquiries call
the number below.
Scientists investigating cave fauna have
recently discovered species that were thought to be extinct
in the caves. Amongst these, in areas not
open to the public, are scarab beetles and blind scorpions.
Alberto Atinavt, department head at the University of Granada,
is carrying out studies on the interior and exterior micro
fauna of the cave.
Cueva de Nerja, Maro, Nerja 29787
Tel: 952 529 520
Click
here for information about Nerja Fiestas
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