Discover the most incredible underground lakes and rivers

Discover the most incredible underground lakes and rivers - Sometimes the most beautiful sights are right beneath our feet. Around the world there are caves and grottos all over the world hide treasure inside! There are lakes and rivers flowing below the earth which capture the imagination with their natural beauty. Come with us as we discover the most incredible underground lakes and rivers!

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Reed Flute Cave, China - This striking cave is in the northwest of Guilin, in China. It is believed to have existed for millions of years and was discovered by the Tang dynasty.

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Reed Flute Cave, China - This beautiful place became a popular attraction with tourists around 1962. There is a gorgeous lake inside the cave with a depth of 240 meters.

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Reed Flute Cave, China - This limestone cave is full of stalactites, stalagmites and other unusual rock formations.

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Hamilton Pool, USA - Hamilton Pool is a natural pool in Austin, Texas, which was formed when the dome of an underground river collapsed due to erosion which happened over thousands of years.

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Hamilton Pool, USA - The collapse created a true oasis, with crystal clear waters and incredible vegetation that visitors love.

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Hamilton Pool, USA - As well as the incredible landscape, Hamilton Pool is home to fish and turtles.

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Luray Caverns, United States - After being untouched for four million years, these stunning caverns in Shenandoah National Park, Virginia, were discovered in 1878.

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Luray Caverns, United States - As well as the underground lake, the stalactites and stalagmites lend an extra 'magical' air to the place.

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Cheddar Gorge, England - Cheddar Gorge is the biggest gorge in the UK, and also where the Cheddar Caves are located. The caves were formed over the last 1.2 million years during to periglacial processes.

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Cheddar Gorge, England - The remains of pre-historic inhabitants of Great Britian have been found here, including 'Cheddar Man,' a complete skeleton from over 9,000 years ago.

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Lechuguilla Cave, USA - This cave is the fifth longest in the world, and the deepest in the USA. It is over 190 km long and has an underground lake that is 489 meters deep.

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Coves dels Hams, Spain - These are part of a system of caves on the west coast of Mallorca in the Balearic Islands. Inside you can find amazing underground lakes as well as stalagmites and stalactites.

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Coves dels Hams, Spain - The underground lake is nicknamed the 'Sea of Venice' and is greatly appreciated by tourists who visit by boat.

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Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, Philippines - This natural wonder is found on the island of Palawan and it will take your breath away. Inside is a grotto hiding an awesome underground river.

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Puerto Princesa Subterranean River National Park, Philippines - Lots of tourists visit this natural wonder by boat. It was granted World Heritage status in 1999 and was made one of the Seven Natural Wonders of the world in 2011.

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Banff Cave, Canada - This incredible cavern is in the Banff National Park in Alberta, Canada. Inside are crystal clear hot springs which make it look out of this world.

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Banff Cave, Canada - Mother nature was generous to this location. If you ever visit, a dip in the hot springs are a must.

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Gruta do Lago Azul, Brazil - This grotto is 20 kilometers from Bonito, in Mato Grosso do Sul. The grotto is known for the incredible blue waters of its underground lake.

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Gruta do Lago Azul, Brazil - It is one of the biggest caves in the world and one of the most gorgeous. You can visit this stunning natural wonder by boat.

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Melissani Cave, Greece - In the middle of the forest is what is known in Greek mythology as the Cave of the Nymphs, home to a stunning underground lake.

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Melissani Cave, Greece - Visitors can travel through crystal clear waters and see the sun shine down through the opening in one of nature's most beautiful sights.

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Sistema Dos Ojos, Quintana Roo, Mexico - In Quintana Roo there is a genuine heaven on earth. An underground lake which captivates tourist with its striking beauty.

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Sistema Dos Ojos, Quintana Roo, Mexico - The lake is located in Macan Ché near the Yucatán Peninsula and was considered sacred by the Mayans. Nowadays the cavern is open to visitors, who can go diving in this natural wonder.

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Jameos del Agua, Spain - Another grotto in the north of Lanzarote hides an awesome underground lake.

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Jameos del Agua, Spain - The lake is lit up by the sun and the cave is home to an albino crab, the only pace it can be found.

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Cuevas del Drach, Spain - On the island of Mallorca are four big caves which hide an underground lake named Lake Martel which is 115 meters wide.

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Cuevas del Drach, Spain - Visitors can get to the caves by taking a boat trip, during which you are accompanied by live music.

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Wookey Hole Caves, England - Found near Wells in the south of the UK, the Wookey caves were formed by erosion by the River Axe. The river is fascinating for the color of the waters.

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Wookey Hole Caves, England - The caves' constant temperature is 11ºC and it is believed to have been used by people for over 50,000 years.

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Discover the most incredible underground lakes and rivers

There are some real natural wonders hidden under the surface just waiting to be discovered.

10/04/18 | StarsInsider

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Caves and grottos all over the world hide treasure inside! There are lakes and rivers flowing below the earth which capture the imagination with their natural beauty. Come with us as we discover the most incredible underground lakes and rivers!