Grand Caverns
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Grand Caverns, formerly known as Weyer's Cave, is located in the central Shenandoah Valley in the town of Grottoes, Virginia, United States. A limestone cavern, it claims the distinction of being America's oldest show cave, in operation since 1806.[1]
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Location | Grottoes, Virginia |
Coordinates | 38°15′37″N 78°50′07″W |
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Designated | 1973 |
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In 1973, the National Park Service designated the cave a National Natural Landmark in recognition of its shield formations and other features, such as flowstone, stalactites, and stalagmites.[2]