Friday, September 3, 2010
History of Crystal Caves
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When the Wilkinson family, owners of the property since 1884, learned of this discovery, they immediately set about exploring the cave. Mr. Percy Wilkinson lowered his fourteen-year-old son Bernard with a bicycle lamp into the cave on 140 feet of strong rope tied to a tree!
What Bernard saw was “Crystal Caves” a silent world of delicate splendor - magnificent crystal stalactites and stalagmites surrounding a clear lake of 55 feet deep - an exquisite world that Mother Nature began over 30 million years ago. The summer of 2001 marked the celebration of the re-opening of Crystal’s sister, “Fantasy Cave”. This cave had been discovered and developed as a show cave in 1907. It has now been exquisitely re-illuminated, and all of the pathways rebuilt. Visitors may now follow the same exciting trail that visitors of the past traveled. Visit Crystal Cave, then follow the yellow brick road to Fantasy Cave - two incredible experiences at once.. Two caves so different from each other that the difference itself is another of Mother Nature’s incredible natural wonders. | MORE INFO | EMAIL US | VIEW ON MAP | |
Crystal Caves
 Floating pontoon pathways span a large 55 feet deep azure blue underground lake. Formations on the bottom are clearly visible. The great American humourist, Mark Twain was one of the first to experience the mind-boggling profusion of pristine white stalactites, soda straws and helectite formations above the lake. Crystal Caves is by all accounts, a remarkable natural beauty! |
Fantasy Caves
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Discover Bermuda's True Hidden Treasures
Open from 9:00am to 5:00pm, last tour is at 4:30pmOn location be sure to visit Fiddlestix - our unique gift shop which has souvenirs and gifts from around the world. Our Cafe Olé has shaded tables and a menu of light meals and snacks, beverages and delightful daily specials. Open daily.
We are located on Wilkinson Avenue, Bailey’s Bay and are accessible by bus on routes numbered 1, 3, 10 and 11 from the City of Hamilton and Town of St. George's.
For more information please call us at 441-293-0640
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