From Tennessee we travelled north to Kentucky in order to see the world’s longest known cave, Mammoth Cave. Although 367 miles of the cave have been surveyed, they estimate that it may have as many as 600 miles of length. The cave is made of eroded limestone, but there is a sandstone ‘cap’ over top of most of the cave, which has prevented water from percolating down and forming cave formations. Because of this lack of water, the majority of Mammoth Cave has no stalactite/stalagmite decorations. Its huge size is what is impressive.
An hour’s drive (through picturesque farmland) from Mammoth Cave is the Abraham Lincoln Birthplace National Historic Site. This famous president came from very humble beginnings, and his humble attitude continued throughout his life. The site included a museum and also an impressive stone building which contained a replica of the cabin in which Lincoln was born.
The rain we experienced in Kentucky was the most constant rain we’ve had on our entire trip. It makes a person appreciate the sunny times.
2 comments:
Happy Birthday Charlene, we're thinking of you!
Don
Hi guys!
Mitch and I got your post card (thanks for that), and checked out your blog. It looks like you're having a great time - North Carolina looks particularly nice to me!
Take care, and we'll watch for the Florida pictures next!
Nicole and Mitch.
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