The Marble Arch Caves Global Geopark

The marble arch caves unesco global geopark is located in counties fermanagh and cavan in the.

The marble arch caves global geopark.

Ranging from rugged uplands lakes and forests through to gently rolling drumlins the landscapes of the geopark represent a complex earth history dating back as far as 895 million years ago. The marble arch caves unesco global geopark contains some of the finest landscapes in the north of ireland. A carefully constructed path enables you to comfortably traverse the marble arch caves whilst discrete lighting displays the cave features and delicate cave formations to their best. We chose the more adventurous on the trail of martel wild caving expedition tour which was named after martel the original explorer who.

Set in the heart of the marble arch caves unesco global geopark the marble arch caves pay homage to the fascinating secrets of a world of subterranean rivers winding passages lofty chambers and an array of delicate cave formations. The marble arch caves global geopark straddles the border between northern ireland and the republic of ireland. With evidence of mountain building and destruction. Located in the national nature reserve the marble arch caves global geopark is a unesco heritage site.

Ranging from rugged uplands lakes and forests through to gently rolling drumlins the landscapes of the geopark represent a complex earth history dating back as far as 650 million years ago. Marble arch caves global geopark blacklion. The geopark features various sites which demonstrate the geological and wider natural heritage of the area as well as the cultural heritage relating to 7 000 8 000 years of recorded human occupation since the last ice age. The marble arch caves tour challenged me to my core but i don t regret it for a second.

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