Yagodina Cave

The Yagodina Cave is located near the Rhodope town of Yagodina in the Buynovo Gorge. It is one of Bulgaria's most well-known and frequented caverns. Its galleries stretch for 8,501 meters, making it Bulgaria's fourth-longest cave and the longest in the Rhodopes. The cave is kept at a constant temperature of 6 to 8 degrees throughout the year, with a humidity of more than 90%. (as do most caves).

The Yagodina Cave is a multi-leveled marble cave complex. The cave's lowest level has been constructed, but there are two more levels connected to it. Two artificial apertures serve as entrances and exits for the tourist path. The cave's natural outlet lies a kilometer further down the Buynovo River, where Neolithic (both Stone and Bronze Age) items have been uncovered. Earthenware dishes, labor utensils, and an earthenware oven are among the discoveries. According to studies, the skilled potters who resided in this area obtained clay from the cave. After being excavated and rebuilt, the cave mouth was made into a museum exhibit.

Aside from the regular tourist trail, Rhodope Tourist Association guides lead tours through the Yagodina Cave's untamed, unexplored galleries. These portions of the cave, which require specific equipment to explore, offer strange and enticing vistas that are concealed from most visitors. Excursions to the Yagodina Cave's lighted areas are extreme tourism that needs strength and stamina, but the stunning views are well worth the effort.

Region: Yagodina, Bulgaria