Jurong Island in Singapore
Jurong Island in Singapore plays host to one of the most unique modern rock caverns in the history of the world. Caverns are typically used as oil depots, and the Jurong rock caverns are the first of its kind in Southeast Asia. The cavern is 150 meters below the surface of the earth, spans nearly 10 kilometers in tunnels and cost almost $700 million US to complete. In construction for an undisclosed time, it officially opened on 2 September 2014. Whether it is there to serve economic reasons or as the perfect doomsday bunker in a political crisis, the Jurong rock caverns have earned their way into the history books already.
Jurong Island In Singapore
Having now seen some of the most incredible underground cities and structures that are scattered all over the world, are there any in particular that you would like to add to your bucket list? Perhaps you’ve been lucky enough to visit one of the locations mentioned, and are hoping to explore further in the near future. Hopefully, this piece will have gotten your creative juices flowing. If you think a family member or friends may benefit from the list, feel free to share it with them, and perhaps you may find yourself with a travel partner the next time you decide to put on your explorer hat.
Lalibela In Ethiopia
Lalibela is an ancient underground city that was first built all the way back in 1187. Intended to be a second Jerusalem by the Christian king Lalibela, the visionary behind the construction, it contains more than ten interconnected churches that have been carved into the rocks. As you can imagine, this makes it a popular tourist destination and a tremendously spiritual experience for Christians from all over the world. This Ethiopian gem is located about 600km from the city capital and is affectionately dubbed the Machu Picchu of the country.
Lalibela In Ethiopia
