7 wonders of Israel: Sorek Stalactite Cave

The largest stalactite and stalagmite cave in Israel was discovered by chance in May 1968 - during the extraction of rubble on the Haar Tuv mountain at an altitude of 385 meters. After another explosion of rocks in the quarry, a small hole opened, in the place of which an entrance to the cave was subsequently made. On an area of 4800 m2, there are various types of stalactites (calcareous growths on the ceiling of the cave) and stalagmites (at the bottom), which, according to scientists, are up to 5 million years old. Since 1975, excursions have been allowed here. The formation of stalactites and stalagmites continues to this day, and visitors are asked not to touch anything.