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Devetashka cave

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cave in Bulgaria

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6 sections · tap a section for its opening lines
  1. 1Orientation

    Welcome, nature enthusiasts and history scholars alike. As we approach the magnificent Devetashka Cave, situated near the city of Lovech in northern Bulgaria, we first find ourselves crossing the gentle, flowing waters of the…

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  2. 2The Monumental Grand Hall

    We have now crossed the threshold and stand within the astonishing main entrance hall of the Devetashka Cave. Pause for a moment and simply look up. …

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  3. 3Oknata: The Seven Windows

    Look directly above you. Piercing the massive limestone vault of the cavern ceiling are seven enormous, naturally formed circular openings. …

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  4. 4The Left Gallery: Prehistoric Habitation

    We have now moved away from the river and entered the left gallery of the cave system. Notice how the atmosphere here immediately shifts. …

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  5. 5Cold War Relics and Military Storage

    As we transition deeper into the cavern, the romanticized visions of prehistoric life are abruptly shattered by a stark, unsettling reminder of the twentieth century. Look down at the floor beneath your feet. …

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  6. 6Closing

    As we make our way back toward the colossal entrance, our final stop requires us to be exceptionally quiet and observant. Look high up into the darkest, most secluded crevices of the ceiling, particularly away from the direct…

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What is Devetashka cave?

Devetashka cave is a place with 6 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.

Key facts
TypeActivity
Story sections6
Text languageEnglish
Coordinates43.2329, 24.8869
Last updated
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