Ochtinska cave

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If you’re ready to see one of nature’s wonders, then find the time to check out this aragonite cave in the Slovak Karst that is the only one of its type in Europe. Taking only 30-45 minutes to explore, the cave makes for the perfect stop-off to see some truly astonishing nature at work. Even the entrance leading up to the cave is superb, revealing the full beauty of the surrounding forest to visitors. Inside the cave is another world. The main cave is called the ‘Milky Way’ cave — and for a very good reason, as it resembles the stars twinkling in the night sky. The uniqueness of these caves lies in the crystallized aragonite that provides visitors with the opportunity to marvel at the rare white star-shaped crystals that randomly hang from the roof of each cave, spilling out across the ‘night sky’ to create an unforgettable visitor experience.