Son Doong cave through Australian explorer' lens

09:07, 13/07/2020

The majestic beauty hidden in the depths of Son Doong cave in the central province of Quang Binh come alive in a series of photos taken by Australian explorer John Spies.

 

 

 

The majestic beauty hidden in the depths of Son Doong cave in the central province of Quang Binh come alive in a series of photos taken by Australian explorer John Spies.

An enormous hole in the roof of the cave allows a strip of light to penetrate through a collapsed section of Son Doong cave known as “Watch out for Dinosaurs.” The unique spiral-shaped stalagmite is also coated with ferns and moss.
An enormous hole in the roof of the cave allows a strip of light to penetrate through a collapsed section of Son Doong cave known as “Watch out for Dinosaurs.” The unique spiral-shaped stalagmite is also coated with ferns and moss.

 

Due to the remoteness of the site, coupled with how far below ground the cave is located, it is awe-inspiring to gaze at these stunning images of the otherworldly realms hidden below the surface.
Due to the remoteness of the site, coupled with how far below ground the cave is located, it is awe-inspiring to gaze at these stunning images of the otherworldly realms hidden below the surface.

 

The interior of Son Doong cave appears otherworldly.
The interior of Son Doong cave appears otherworldly.

 

Reflections from a pool situated deep inside Son Doong cave
Reflections from a pool situated deep inside Son Doong cave

 

 

British magazine Conde Nast Traveler has named Son Doong one of seven must-explore wonders of 2020.
British magazine Conde Nast Traveler has named Son Doong one of seven must-explore wonders of 2020.

 

Insider, a leading news website from the United States, has listed Vietnam’s Son Doong cave in their list of the world’s 20 record-breaking natural wonders.
Insider, a leading news website from the United States, has listed Vietnam’s Son Doong cave in their list of the world’s 20 record-breaking natural wonders.

 

 Tours of Son Doong, the world's largest cave, have reopened in Quang Binh after being closed for two months over the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tours of Son Doong, the world's largest cave, have reopened in Quang Binh after being closed for two months over the COVID-19 pandemic.

 (Source: VOV)