Caverns Collection

Coleridge - Kubla Khan
Kubla Khan A Vison in a dream.. - In Xanadu did Kubla Khan a stately pleasure-dome decree: where Alph the sacred river ran through caverns measureless to man

Exploring The Styx, a subterranean river in the Mammoth Cave, the system of limestone caverns in Kentucky, USA
530424 Exploring The Styx, a subterranean river in the Mammoth Cave, the system of limestone caverns in Kentucky, USA. Wood engraving c1870; Universal History Archive/UIG.

USA Missouri Stanton Meramec Caverns

The Three Peaks of Lavaredo seen from a cave. Sesto Dolomites Trentino Alto Adige Italy Europe

CATACOMBS, ROMEC
Visiting the Catacombs of the early Christians, Rome, carrying flaming torches to illuminate the caverns

The Caverns of Prunal near Pontgibaud (oil on canvas)
LAF470999 The Caverns of Prunal near Pontgibaud (oil on canvas) by Guillaumin, Jean Baptiste Armand (1841-1927); 73.5x92 cm; Museum voor Schone Kunsten, Ghent, Belgium; © Art in Flanders

Dragon of the Caverns of Mount Pilatus (engraving)
2788507 Dragon of the Caverns of Mount Pilatus (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Dragon of the Caverns of Mount Pilatus)

The Five Siddhas Make Their Way to the Kailasha Mountains, c. 1820 (opaque w / c on paper)
874009 The Five Siddhas Make Their Way to the Kailasha Mountains, c.1820 (opaque w/c on paper) by Purkhu (fl.c.1790-1820); 36.2 x49.1 cm; San Diego Museum of Art

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)

Most Sacred (Treasure of the Mountains), 1933 (tempera on canvas)
5642720 Most Sacred (Treasure of the Mountains), 1933 (tempera on canvas) by Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947); 73.6A--117.1 cm; Nicholas Roerich Museum, New York; eNicholas Roerich Museum; Russian

Sacred Caves, 1932 (tempera on canvas)
5642687 Sacred Caves, 1932 (tempera on canvas) by Roerich, Nicholas (1874-1947); 107A--153.3 cm; Nicholas Roerich Museum, New York; eNicholas Roerich Museum; Russian, out of copyright

Caverns (coloured engraving)
5198617 Caverns (coloured engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Caverns. Illustration for unidentified book about natural phenomena, published by SPCK)

Rock Houses in Nantahala Gorge, North Carolina (b / w photo)
6018333 Rock Houses in Nantahala Gorge, North Carolina (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Rock Houses in Nantahala Gorge, North Carolina)

Ursus Speloeus, Le Grand Ours Des Cavernes (engraving)
6003894 Ursus Speloeus, Le Grand Ours Des Cavernes (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ursus Speloeus, Le Grand Ours Des Cavernes)

Subterranean labyrinth of Tell Sandannah (Beit Jibrin) (engraving)
2774992 Subterranean labyrinth of Tell Sandannah (Beit Jibrin) (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Subterranean labyrinth of Tell Sandannah (Beit Jibrin)

Bushmans Cave, Eland Berg, Kat River, South Africa (engraving)
1104001 Bushmans Cave, Eland Berg, Kat River, South Africa (engraving) by Baines, Thomas (1820-75) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Bushmans Cave, Eland Berg, Kat River, South Africa)

The Blue Grotto at Capri (engraving)
1609251 The Blue Grotto at Capri (engraving) by Leitch, Richard Principal (fl.1844-77) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Blue Grotto at Capri)

The Royal Caverns at Jerusalem (engraving)
1103942 The Royal Caverns at Jerusalem (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Royal Caverns at Jerusalem)

Dan-yr-Ogof caves, the popular tourist attraction in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales. It was first explored in 1912

Dan-yr-Ogof caves, the popular tourist attraction in the Brecon Beacons National Park in Wales. It was first explored in 1912

Subterranean, River Axe, in the Witchs Kitchen, Wookey Hole Caves near Wells in Somerset. January 1935

Dragon of the caverns of Mount Pilatus, Lucerne, Switzerland. A medieval legend tells of dragons with healing powers living on the mountain

Diver exploring cavern, Yap, Micronesia
Diver entering a crevice at Yap Caverns off the very south end of the island of Yap; Yap, Micronesia

Diver and cavern, Hawaii, USA
Diver inside a shallow tide pool canyon off the backside of Lanai near Kaumalapau Harbor; Lanai, Hawaii United States of America

Hawaiian Flagtails
Hawaiian flagtails (Kuhlia xenura) are an endemic species found in large schools during the day, in surge areas near shore

Ice Cave, Appa Glacier, Pemberton Ice Field, British Columbia

A Reef Scene With Schooling Anthias At Yap Caverns Off The Island Of Yap; Yap, Micronesia

Picture No. 11676133
Algar do Carvao Coal Cavern ancient lava tube / volcanic vent located in the central part of the island of Terceira in the Portuguese archipelago of the Azores Date:

Tibet, Ice Caverns on Rongbuk Glacier, Mallory Expedition
Ice Caverns on the Rongbuk Glacier located in the Himalaya of southern Tibet. The English climber George Mallory first explored the main Rongbuk Valley

Paris, France - General View beneath the streets
Section of the soil under a street in Paris, showing drains, water and gas supplies and caves Date: 1854

Gold mine, overground site with buildings and rubble heaps, underground cross section

Picture No. 11675856
Gomantong Caves interior. Date:

Source Size = 3967 x 2882
The Caverns of Ice at the Alhambra, Leicester Square, London, Uk, 1867

The Royal Caverns at Jerusalem, 1869

Working in the Wieliczka Salt Mine (engraving)
XJF618944 Working in the Wieliczka Salt Mine (engraving) by Piliaski, Adam (1810 - 1887); Private Collection; (add.info.: Wieliczka is a mining town in Poland)

Excavated church in the caverns at Inkermann, looking west / W. Simpson, del. ;Day & Son
Excavated church in the caverns at Inkermann, looking west / W. Simpson, del.; Day & Son, Lithrs. to the Queen.; Day & Son.; Simpson, William, 1823-1899, artist; Pall Mall [London

The ruins of Inkermann and city of caverns / W. Simpson, del.; T. Picken, lith.; Day & Son, Lithrs. to the Queen.; Day & Son.; Simpson, William, 1823-1899, artist; Picken, Thomas, -1870

Cave entrance in hills, Shai Hills, Greater Accra Region, Ghana, February

Oilbird (Steatornis caripensis) adult, sitting at nest ledge in cave, Trinidad, Trinidad and Tobago, November

Limestone rock formation known as Queen Victorias Bloomers in cave, Ingleborough Cave, Yorkshire Dales N. P
Limestone rock formation known as Queen Victorias Bloomers in cave, Ingleborough Cave, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, March

Limestone rock formation known as The Dragon in cave, Ingleborough Cave, Yorkshire Dales N. P
Limestone rock formation known as The Dragon in cave, Ingleborough Cave, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, March

Stalactite and stalagmite limestone rock formations in cave, Ingleborough Cave, Yorkshire Dales N. P
Stalactite and stalagmite limestone rock formations in cave, Ingleborough Cave, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, March

Drop of water poised on tip of new stalactite limestone rock formation in cave, Ingleborough Cave, Yorkshire Dales N. P
Drop of water poised on tip of new stalactite limestone rock formation in cave, Ingleborough Cave, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, March

Limestone rock formations in cave, in section of cave not normally accessible to public, Ingleborough Cave, Ingleborough, Yorkshire Dales N.P. North Yorkshire, England, April

Stalactites in limestone cave, Kelly Hill Caves, Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia, February

Stalactites and stalagmites in limestone cave, Kelly Hill Caves, Kangaroo Island, South Australia, Australia, February

Manjanggul longest lava tube system in the world on the island of Jejudo, UNESCO World Heritage Site, South Korea, Asia

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Discover the hidden wonders of the underground world with a journey into the mystical realm of caverns. Inspired by Coleridge's "Kubla Khan, " these subterranean realms hold secrets and stories waiting to be unveiled. From the haunting depths of the Paris Catacombs, where millions rest eternally, to the ancient CATACOMBS in Rome, echoing with history and whispers from centuries past, each cavern holds its own unique allure. Travel across continents to Missouri's Stanton Meramec Caverns in the USA, where nature's artistry is on full display. Marvel at stalactites and stalagmites that have formed over thousands of years, creating an otherworldly landscape straight out of a fantasy novel. Gaze upon The Three Peaks of Lavaredo seen from a cave, as if peering through nature's window onto a breathtaking panorama. Or immerse yourself in Prunal near Pontgibaud's captivating beauty captured on canvas - an artist's attempt to capture its ethereal essence forever. Journey further into mythology with Perseus Slaying Medusa - feel his triumph as he conquers darkness within labyrinthine caverns. Encounter dragons lurking deep within Mount Pilatus' mysterious depths through intricate engravings that bring legends to life. Witness The Five Siddhas Make Their Way to Kailasha Mountains - their spiritual pilgrimage depicted vividly in opaque watercolors on delicate paper. And let black-and-white photographs transport you back in time to South Africa's Cango Caves near Oudtshoorn; their grandeur frozen for eternity. Experience awe-inspiring spirituality with Most Sacred (Treasure of the Mountains) and Sacred Caves - tempera paintings that evoke reverence for these natural sanctuaries carved by time itself. Caverns beckon us with their enigmatic charm; they are gateways into another world hidden beneath our feet.