15 most magnificent caves in the world

Caves, which we would previously say are part of the scenery in some fantasy movie or horror movie, are actually located on the face of the earth. Are you wondering where the world's most stunning caves are?

Some were formed as a result of water seeping through limestone rocks over millions of years, others were hollowed out by the force of rivers and lakes. Unfortunately, viewing most of these beauties is only possible for adventurers with caving equipment, who must obtain permission to visit the cave in advance. Some, such as Phraya Nakon in Thailand, are open for tourist tours. Fortunately, there are wonderful photographic recordings that allow us to see these natural pearls.

Tham Lod, Thailand. Nam Lang River flows through Tham Lod Cave. The cave is full of beautiful stalagmites and stalactites, and home to many birds. Photo: John Spies

Tham Lod, Thailand. Photo: John Spies

Soon Dong, Vietnam Soon Dong Cave is the largest known cave in the world. There are many natural wonders in it, such as; isolated ecosystems, aquatic ecosystems and geological formations. Photo: National Geographic

Batu, Malaysia Batu Cave was already used by the indigenous Temuan people, and then by Chinese and English immigrants. The cave was a known abode of guano bats, now it is full of sculptures and open for tours. Photo: Danny Xeero

Naica, Mexico In the Naica mine we can see the largest crystals in the world. They are located in a crystal cave, which is closed to visitors due to its depth, heat and other factors. Photo: nicole_denise

Waitomo Cave in New Zealand These caves are inhabited by insects that create silky, shiny threads on the ceiling to catch prey. Photo: waitomo.com

Mendenhall Glacier Cave, USA This cave is part of the Mendenhall Glacier, carved out by glacial water. Due to the constant changes of the glacier, it is possible that the cave will disappear. Photo: Kent Mearig

Kyaut Sae, Myanmar This cave still remains a mystery, it houses a Buddhist temple. Photo: Leopard

Marble Caves, Patagonia These caves are known for the stunning reflections that the turquoise water reflects off the arched marble cave ceiling. Photo: Edison Zanatto

Algarve, Portugal In the Algarve region of Portugal, caves are created by the dissolution of rock in salt water; the cave near Lagos is accessible only from the sea. Photo: Bruno Carlos

Vatnajokull, Iceland This ice cave is located on Europe's largest glacier, Vatnajokull. Caves are formed by the melting of ice in water. Due to the constant changing and breaking of the glacier, they can be dangerous. Photo: orvaratli

Ellison's Cave. USA The fantastic cave abyss is a popular destination for those cave climbers who like to descend into dizzying depths. Photo: secondglobe.com

Phraya Nakon, Thailand Many kings have visited the cave because of the beautiful light that spills over it. Photo: Georgi Iashvili

Phraya Nakon, Thailand Many kings have visited the cave because of the beautiful light that spills over it. Photo: Wasitpol Unchanakorkit

Ice cave near the Mutonovsky volcano, Russia Ice caves like this are formed in the glaciers surrounding the Mutonovsky volcano. Photo: Denis Budko

Ice cave near the Mutonovsky volcano, Russia Ice caves like this are formed in the glaciers surrounding the Mutonovsky volcano. Photo: Florian Wizorek

Reed Flute, China The cave has been visited for 1,200 years and is known for its beautiful stalagmites and stalactites and reeds that can be played like a flute. Photo: Peter Stewart

Reed Flute, China The cave has been visited for 1200 years, it is known for its beautiful stalagmites and stalactites and reeds that can be played like a flute. Photo: Pasquale di Pilato

Antelope canyon, USA The Antelope Canyon in Arizona was hollowed out by thousands of years of winds and flash floods, which makes the canyon walls so smooth. Precisely because of the unpredictable flash floods, the tour is risky, as the water has carried away many tourists in the past years. Photo: Greg Boratyn