geography

How long is the world's longest cave system located in the United States?

šŸ’” The Answer

  • Mammoth Cave in Kentucky is the world's longest cave system, with over 426 miles mapped.
  • It is part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site and a national park.
  • The cave system was formed by dissolving limestone over millions of years.
  • New passages are still being discovered, extending its known length.
  • Its vast underground network includes rivers, pits, and ancient human artifacts.

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