The Eyes of GodThe Prohodna cave is a typical karst cave in the north of Bulgaria and lies within on
The Eyes of GodThe Prohodna cave is a typical karst cave in the north of Bulgaria and lies within one of the largest karst regions of the country. It is 262 meters long and easily accessible due to its two entrances on both sides of the cave. Prohodna cave is naturally lit because of these huge entrances and various holes in the ceiling.Two of these holes are situated next to each other and their almond-like symmetrical shape gave them the striking resemblance to giant eyes. They were thus named “The Eyes of God” or “Oknata”. Seen from a certain angle they resemble a face looking down and during the rain it even seems as if the eyes were crying.Not only is the cave a popular site for tourists and movie makers, it is also a good location for speleology (the scientific study of caves and karst features). It is furthermore a good climbing spot and the size of the bigger entrance even makes the cave suitable for bungee jumping. Prohodna cave also shows traces which testify that humans used to live here during prehistoric times.XandiImage Credits:http://bit.ly/1VR9Srm http://bit.ly/1POhUPt http://bit.ly/1SEDfxs http://bit.ly/1OgTMlW Sources:http://bit.ly/1n8AJ6H -- source link
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