Properties (56)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| gptkbp:instanceOf |
cave
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| gptkbp:area |
approximately 20,000 square meters
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| gptkbp:associatedWith |
gptkb:Greek_mythology
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| gptkbp:burialPlace |
available online and on-site
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| gptkbp:climate |
around 20°C
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| gptkbp:climbRate |
cultural events held
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| gptkbp:colors |
turquoise
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| gptkbp:contains |
stalactites
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| gptkbp:culturalSignificance |
important to local heritage
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| gptkbp:depth |
approximately 30 meters
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| gptkbp:environmentalImpact |
minimal impact due to regulations
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| gptkbp:explores |
ongoing
best visited in summer months open daily from 9 AM to 7 PM linked_to_Pan_and_nymphs |
| gptkbp:features |
underground lake
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| gptkbp:formed |
dissolution of limestone
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| gptkbp:geologicalFeatures |
karst landscape
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| gptkbp:historicalSignificance |
ancient worship site
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| https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label |
melissani cave
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| gptkbp:is_accessible_by |
boat tours
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| gptkbp:length |
approximately 1,500 meters
|
| gptkbp:locatedIn |
gptkb:Kefalonia
1951 |
| gptkbp:namedAfter |
Melissani nymphs
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| gptkbp:partOf |
gptkb:Melissani_National_Park
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| gptkbp:photography |
popular spot
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| gptkbp:providesGuidelinesFor |
photography allowed with restrictions
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| gptkbp:rootSystem |
protected area
1,500 meters open to public natural up to 20 meters guided tours available limestone cave wheelchair accessible areas up to 40 meters known since antiquity monitored by authorities associated with nymphs informational signs present visitor center available geological studies conducted trained guides available immersive natural experience part of larger cave system collapsed roof unique aquatic ecosystem via a small entrance |
| gptkbp:scenicViews |
highly rated by visitors
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| gptkbp:surroundingArea |
various bird species
Mediterranean_vegetation |
| gptkbp:touristAttraction |
yes
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| gptkbp:visitorsPerYear |
over 100,000
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| gptkbp:waterSource |
rainwater
approximately 1,000,000 cubic meters |