Aggtelek Karst_Slovak Karst Caves,Škocjan Caves,St. Kanzian ,1890s Antique Wood Engraving

Historical Collectible Art Print

The Škocjanske Jame (Caves of Škocjan) deserve the plural, as there are numerous caves, connected by dolines and natural bridges. All those caves were formed by the river Reka, which has its source at the feet of the highest karst peak, the Sneznik. Aggtelek Karst_Slovak Karst Caves. The variety of formations and the fact that they are concentrated in a restricted area means that the 712 caves currently identified make up a typical temperate-zone karstic system. Because they display an extremely rare combination of tropical and glacial climatic effects, they make it possible to study geological history over tens of millions of years. Back of the print shows the plan of the Caves of Škocjan

Approximate Overall Size: 12 X 9 1/2 inches

CONDITION: Book Plate - Excellent Condition. As Scanned. German Text. Beautiful with excellent detail. FOLDED DOUBLE PAGE WITH A HALF PAGE PRINT ON THE BACK PRINT