Prohodna Cave
Karlukovo, Lovech Province
A vast natural cave tunnel near Karlukovo, famous for the two extraordinary ceiling openings known as the “Eyes of God.”
The story
Prohodna Cave is one of the best-known natural landmarks in the Karlukovo karst region of northern Bulgaria. The cave forms a large natural rock passage approximately 265 metres long. Its enormous interior reaches roughly 25 to 41 metres in height and is naturally illuminated through its entrances and openings in the ceiling. Its most recognizable feature is a pair of large, similarly shaped openings high above the cave floor. Seen from inside the cavern, they resemble two eyes looking down from the rock and have become popularly known as the “Eyes of God.” The scale of the cavern, dramatic limestone walls and unusual natural light create one of the most distinctive cave landscapes in Bulgaria.
Why go
For the extraordinary “Eyes of God,” the immense scale of the cavern and one of Bulgaria’s most recognizable natural rock formations.
Good to know
- Couples
- Families
- Photography
- Solo Travelers
- Adventure
When to go
Year-round
Location
Karlukovo, Lovech Province
Near the village of Karlukovo in Lukovit Municipality, Lovech Province.
ON THE ROAD
Map and directions
Every journey begins with a point on the map.
Prohodna Cave
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Prohodna Cave
- LOCATION
- Karlukovo, Lovech Province
- COORDINATES
- 43.1497° N
24.0783° E - ROUTE
KARLUKOVO · LOVECH PROVINCE · BULGARIA
Local tip
Stand beneath the two ceiling openings and change your viewing position as you move through the cave. Their appearance and the natural light inside the cavern change noticeably from different angles.