Mirror Stone Cave in Flores

medcom.id, Flores: East Nusa Tenggara is the answer for those seeking complete traveling experience. You can visit the Komodo National Park to see giant lizards. You can also enjoy pink-colored beach at the Pink Beach.

 

For you who loves archaeology, Batu Cermin Cave (Mirror Stone Cave) is your perfect destination. 

Batu Cermin Cave is located in Waesambi Village, West Manggarai. It is only four kilometers from Labuan Bajo. Here, the weather is extremely hot, that visitors are advised to use sunblock lotions before visiting the spot.

 

"Here (Flores) if it is not hot, it is extra hot (weather). Rain is rarely seen," said Itok, the tourist guide met by Metrotvnews.com, recently. 

 

As we reach the entrance gate, you will not find the cave. It takes 30 more minutes to reach it. 

 

However, there is no need to worry. The weather will not be as hot as before, as bamboo trees are lined on the side of the street.
 

Batu Cermin Cave (Photo: MI/Siswantini)
 

Once you're inside the cave, the weather gets colder. the cave is unique because it was once an under sea cave.

 

Scientists concluded that after the findings of coral and turtle fossils on the cave walls. However, in order to see those fossils, you will need to go deeper.

 

The guide will provide you with a flashlight before entering the cave. If you are part of big group, only 8-10 people allowed to enter the cave. The rest should wait for their turn outside the cave.

 

The damp air and small cave size are the reasons behind the limitation. If you have any breathing problems, you are advised not to enter.
 

Batu Cermin Cave (Photo:MI/Siska Nurifah)

The cave is named Gua Batu Cermin because there is a hole on the top of the cave which allows the sunlight to enter. When it rains, rainwater will slip in and create a puddle. You can actually see your reflection in that puddle just like a mirror. However, It can only be seen after the rain. 

(WAH)