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Did you know that Son Doong Cave, in Vietnam, is the world's largest cave?
Son Doong Cave, situated in the heart of the Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, in Vietnam, is currently recognized as the largest cave in the world. Its discovery, however, is a recent phenomenon in human history. Believed to be formed 2-5 million years ago, local resident Ho Khanh stumbled upon the cave in 1991 but lost track of it until 2009. It was then British caving experts from the British Cave Research Association, led by Howard and Deb Limbert, began a survey. To draw a comparison of its colossal dimensions, a 40-story skyscraper could comfortably sit within its confines. But size isn't its only remarkable feature; it has an entire forest and could hold an aircraft inside. In 2013, it opened to the public, offering everyone a glimpse of this spectacular spot on Earth. Son Doong Cave is a spectacular testament to Earth's natural beauty and the endless surprises it holds.

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