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The Cango Caves, near Oudtshoorn (b / w photo)
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The Cango Caves, near Oudtshoorn (b / w photo)
3092464 The Cango Caves, near Oudtshoorn (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cango Caves, near Oudtshoorn. Illustration for Picturesque South Africa (Dennis Edwards, c 1895).); © Look and Learn
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Adventurous Band Caverns Caves Centre Colossal Covered Crystallised Curtains Delicate Diamonds Drapery Drop Encrusted Excavation Extent Fairy Falls Feet Filigree Forms Grottoes Hall Hanging Height Icicle Lighted Lime Lines Network Pure Roof Seventy Shower South African Sparkling Specimen Stalactite Stands Step Torches Vast Visitor Extremity Oudtshoorn Resembling
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This photograph showcases the mesmerizing beauty of the Cango Caves, located near Oudtshoorn in South Africa. Taken by an English photographer in the 19th century, this print captures the essence of adventure and exploration. The image reveals a fairy-like scene with delicate stalactites resembling sparkling icicles hanging from the cavern's ceiling. The vast network of caves is adorned with curtains of pure white drapery, encrusted with filigree-like formations created over centuries. As torches light up the darkness, their glow illuminates every corner, revealing intricate details and showcasing nature's artistic prowess. The vertical height and colossal extent of these caves are truly unequalled as they stretch deep into the Zwartberg Range. Seventy meters below ground level, visitors can marvel at nature's masterpiece while standing amidst towering lime formations resembling trees. This photograph not only captures the natural beauty but also highlights scientific methods used to study botany and natural history. It serves as a testament to human curiosity and our desire to explore even the most remote corners of our planet. With its breathtaking scenery and awe-inspiring geological wonders, it is no wonder that these Cango Caves have become a popular destination for adventurers seeking an unforgettable experience in South Africa.
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