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Sunday, 14 February 2010 |
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Paeania Cave, which is located on the eastern side of Mount Hymettus, is a unique “tourist attraction” in Attica.
The cave, also known as Koutouki Cave, is 2 million years old, comprising a precipice,
sinking 38 meters into the ground with ascending and descending corridors
extending for 350 meters. Its huge central chamber is richly decorated with
stalagmites, stalactites, and pillars, creating an imposing image. The cave was
accidentally discovered in 1928 and then a tunnel was dug into the rock to allow
access. For trekkers, the cave can be reached on foot in about two-and-a-half
hours from the Monastery of Kaisariani on the western side of Mt Hymettus and
certainly, it wonąt let down anyone.
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