Drogarati Cave

The Kefalonian Drogarati Cave was discovered 300 years ago and opened to the public in 1963. When a strong earthquake caused a collapse, the cave's entrance was revealed. Drogarati is an impressive cave with amazing stalactite and stalagmite formations. According to speleologists, this cave is approximately 150 million years old and represents a rare geological phenomenon. The cave is approximately 60m deep and maintains a constant temperature of 18°C. The cave's humidity level reaches 90%. Despite the fact that it has been severely damaged by earthquakes, stalactites still hang from the roof and form amazing shapes. As water drops fall onto these shapes and solidify, they give them a new shape over time, slowly but steadily.

Drogarati Cave is divided into two sections. The tourist section consists of a long corridor leading to the Royal Balcony, a natural platform of stalactites that beautifully reflect light. The visitor can then see the Chamber of Exaltation, which has excellent acoustics. This chamber is the cave's largest hall; it can hold 500 people and is sometimes used for cultural events. To get from one area to the next, you must pass through colored columns and a small lake.

Location: Sami, Greece