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British spelunkers find new caves at Phong Nha-Ke Bang park
A group of explorers from the British Royal Cave Association discovered seven caves at the Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park in central Quang Binh Province.
Dr Howard Limbert, head of the exploration group said the discovery was the result of a one-week exploration.
The explores gave names to a few of the new discoveries, including Con Chay Cave, Gio Cave, Hai Cua Cave and Ky Cave.
Phong Nha – Ke Bang National Park is called the "kingdom of caves". Since 1920, this area has been known for its famous cave system. Phong Nha cave has been known as a tourist destination since 1937. Recently, the cave system has been explored and measured in detail by the British association and the Natural Science College of the Ha Noi National University.
Source: VNS
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