Sunday 12 June 2011

Dan Yr Og Caves

 The Dan Yr Og caves are in the Brecon Beacons, and consist of 3 different caves. The first one was basically a long tunnel with lots of twists and turns and different levels, with some nice formations.

 Brian, myself and Kim

 I liked the pattterns on these rocks - reminded me of a Bev Doolittte painting.



 The gang!
 Next up we headed into the Catherdral cave, with some spectacular yelow lighting, and some interesting Martianesque scenery.

 Walking alongside the river flowing through the cave

 Kim silhouettes
 Cool, that ring looks like the dogs eye!

 The main cathedral itself was incredibly spectacular, but without a good wide angle lens, its hard to get a decent photo. It has 2 waterfalls flowing into the cave from the roof, falling into the river. This cave is a popular spot to get married so you can listen to Pachabels cannon while walking through the cave - my favourite piece!


 Kim and I at the marriage altar

 With all the moisture in the air from the waterfalls, this is how the photos came out if I tried to use a flash!



 Hundreds of tiny stactites.
The final cave was a very small one, in which 47 human skeltons were found. It was beleived the Romans used to hang out in this one when they were in the area. Being typical nanny state UK, you are advised to wear helmets, but it really was not necessary, but Kim seems to like hers!

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