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Carlsbad Caverns NP, New Mexico
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The cave houses the world's tallest column, known as the Monarch, which stands at an impressive 89 feet tall. Source: National Park Service
The cave can only be explored through guided tours, which are offered by the National Park Service to protect its delicate formations. Source: National Park Service
Visitors must bring their own flashlights or headlamps to navigate the dark passages, enhancing the sense of adventure. Source: National Park Service
The cave was once mined for bat guano, which was used as a natural fertilizer in the early 20th century. Source: National Park Service
The cave features a variety of formations, including stalactites, stalagmites, and flowstones, each formed over thousands of years. Source: National Park Service
