Natural Wonders

www.luraycaverns.com

Discover Eastern America's largest and most popular caverns. A U.S. Natural Landmark  noted for the profuse variety of formations and natural color. From well-lighted, paved walkways explore cathedral sized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high filled with towering stone columns and crystal-clear pools. Also, hear the haunting sounds of the world's only Stalacpipe Organ. In addition at Luray Caverns, experience the history of America in an exhibit featuring over 140 items relating to transportation including cars, carriages, coaches and costumes from 1725; along with a one acre ornamental garden creating one of
the largest mazes in the Mid-Atlantic states.

970 US Highway 211 West · Luray · Virginia · 22835 · 540-743-6551

www.skylinecaverns.com

Located at the Northern Entrance to Skyline Drive and the Shenandoah National Park, Skyline Caverns is one of only a few ples in the world where you will find unique formations known as Anthodites. Called "Orchids of the Mineral Kingdom", the Anthodites seem to defy gravity. Their delicate white spikes spread in all directions, including upwards, from their position on the cave ceiling. Their growth rate is estimated to be only one inch every seven thousand years. The mystery of how they form only adds to the beauty of the Anthodites.

Route 304 · 800-296-4545

www.waysideofva.com

Crystal Caverns at Hupp's Hill, between Middletown and Strasburg, is the area's newest attraction. Kids of all ages can learn about Geology by exploring, with flashlight in hand, the oldest documented tour cave in Virginia.

http://www.naturalbridgeva.com

The Caverns were opened to the public in 1977. It was originally explored by Col. Henry Parsons in 1889-91, but the natural entrance was too steep for general use.

When the modern development took place, some tools, a ladder, a lantern, and rope were found where they had been left in 1891.

Along with spectacular landscape, expect an entertaining tour through the caverns. On a 45 minute journey into the east coast's deepest commercial cavern, descend 34 stories into the earth, and learn how our striking underground world was carved and continues to grow

PO Box 57 · Natural Bridge · Virginia · 22578 · 800-533-1410