New cave discovered in Phong Nha - Ke Bang

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Thang (Victory) Cave was named after a local resident who first discovered its entrance. (Photo: Published by VNA)
An exploration team abseils into Thang Cave. (Photo: Published by VNA)
Preliminary surveys show the cave is approximately 3,000 metres long, with an average width of 70 metres and several chambers extending beyond 100 metres. (Photo: VNA)
The cave boasts an impressive system of stalactites. The discovery is considered of significant geological value, reinforcing the World Heritage site's potential for scientific research, conservation and adventure tourism. (Photo: Published by VNA)
Thang Cave is expected to undergo further research before being opened to tourism in the future. (Photo: Published by VNA)
Beautiful cave pearls discovered inside Thang Cave. (Photo: Published by VNA)
Thang Cave has a greater average width than several other caves in the area. (Photo: Published by VNA)
New cave discovered in Phong Nha - Ke Bang
A newly discovered cave in Phong Nha - Ke Bang National Park in the central province of Quang Tri stretches around 3 kilometres and features a spectacular system of stalactites along with numerous clusters of unusually large and rare cave pearls.