Earth’s Most Fascinating Sinkholes

By All That's Interesting | Edited By Savannah Cox
Published December 4, 2012
Updated February 12, 2018

Some of our planet's most incredible features are found below the surface -- a look at the world's most interesting sinkholes.

Sinkholes Cave Of Swallows

Interesting Sinkholes: Cave Of Swallows

The Cave of Swallows was once a popular extreme sports tourism destination thanks to its status as the world’s largest cave shaft and one the deepest sinkholes on earth.

In recent years, however, the sinkhole has been cut off from public use in an attempt to preserve the various bird species that call the Cave of Swallows home.

Red Lake

Located in Croatia, Red Lake is one of the largest sinkholes in the world. With cliff faces that soar nearly 800 feet above sea level, Red Lake offers humanity a chance to drop into the earth and explore its various submerged waterways.

The lake is a hallowed space for more than just people, too; currently, Red Lake is one of the last known habitats for a threatened species of river fish.

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All That's Interesting
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All That's Interesting
Established in 2010, All That's Interesting brings together a dedicated staff of digital publishing veterans and subject-level experts in history, true crime, and science. From the lesser-known byways of human history to the uncharted corners of the world, we seek out stories that bring our past, present, and future to life. Privately-owned since its founding, All That's Interesting maintains a commitment to unbiased reporting while taking great care in fact-checking and research to ensure that we meet the highest standards of accuracy.
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Savannah Cox
editor
Savannah Cox
Savannah Cox holds a Master's in International Affairs from The New School as well as a PhD from the University of California, Berkeley, and now serves as an Assistant Professor at the University of Sheffield. Her work as a writer has also appeared on DNAinfo.
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