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The World’s 100 Best Show Caves

Kastania Cave

Neapoli, Greece

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SHOW CAVES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 23 2026

No. 1 in Greece

Kastania Cave

Limestone cave dense with stalactites, stalagmites, columns and red and white sails, many shaped like figures such as elephants. Visits run as guided tours of about 30 minutes, following a lit route with steps that descends roughly 45 to 55 metres.

Highlights

  • Red and white sails
  • Formations resembling figures and animals
  • Music played on a stalagmite

Good to know

  • Guided tour lasts about 30-35 minutes
  • Tours in Greek, English, Italian, French
  • Photos allowed only at one point

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