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The World’s 100 Best Show Caves

Resavska pećina

Despotovac, Serbia

  1. THE WORLD’S BEST SHOW CAVES WORTH A JOURNEY · 2026 ✦ ✦ N° 26 2026
Resavska pećina

Limestone cave with halls of stalactites, stalagmites and calcite formations in red, white and yellowish colours. Visits run as guided walking tours along a set path through two levels.

Highlights

  • Stalactites and stalagmites
  • Red iron oxide formations
  • White crystalline calcite formations

Good to know

  • Tour lasts about 30 to 40 minutes
  • Inside temperature around 7°C; jackets rentable
  • Tours mostly in Serbian only

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