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The complex, formed by an underground river moving through the limestone, is one of the largest in Greece and is composed of three caves, only one of which, Vlychada, can be visited, due to ongoing works in the other two.
Vlychada’s colorful and intricate natural decor makes it one of the country’s most impressive caves, as the reflection of stalagmites and stalactites on the water creates an amazing spectacle.
Visitors are taken through the labyrinthine network of passes on boats (45 minutes) and have to walk about 500 meters.
Human remnants from the Neolithic period (5000-3000 BC) have been discovered in one of the other two caves, Alepotrypa, which is believed to have been used as refuge, cemetery and place of worship.
The exhibits in the impressive Neolithic Museum at the entrance of the cave show aspects of daily life and rituals during the Neolithic period as well as the art of the cave dwellers, including large, decorated urns, tools, jewelry, weaving equipment and various utensils.
Diros Caves, tel 27330.54263; Diros Museum, tel 27330.52233
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