Caves Frasassi

Frasassi Gorge in Ancona (Italy), with a length of 3.2 km, was carved by rapidly flowing from the Apennines to the sea the riverSentino. The gorge is surrounded by steep limestone walls, dotted with the entrances to the caves.


In 1971, a team of speleologists exploring the area discovered a unique, 13 km system of caves and passageways. This system, known as the Grotta Grande del Vento (Great Cave of Wind) extends into the Apennines.

The explorers were surprised by the magnificent view of the transparent pools, stationary water and muddy banks of limestonecaves with sculptures, reminiscent of the frozen crystals. Some forms of dripstone look like lace curtains, delicate flowers or candles.Some are almost transparent, others sparkle with all the colors of the rainbow.