📜 Cave di Marmo is a sprawling series of white marble caves and quarries in Carrara, Italy. 🔍 There's a museum nestled within the heart of the quarries, showcasing the history of stone excavation, its use in art and architecture, and illustrating quarrymen's life. # Why Go 🏛️ Explore active and disused quarry sites ⛏️ Learn about marble extraction history and techniques 🗿 See huge, beautiful sculptures made from local stone 🏛️ Discover Roman and Renaissance marble use (Michelangelo's David) 🚶 Take outdoor and underground routes, reaching 1,000m above sea level 🏞️ Admire the stark, majestic beauty of white marble mountains # Why Avoid 💨 Expect dusty conditions 🚗 Access to highest point requires off-road vehicles # Tips 👟 Wear comfortable shoes and clothes you don't mind getting a bit dusty.
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