Luray Caverns is the Largest Cave System on the East Coast | Get Out of Town
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- čas přidán 21. 05. 2023
- Laurita and Lauren venture into the captivating underground world of Luray Caverns, the largest cave system on the East Coast, which was discovered in 1878 by Andrew Campbell, Benton Stebbins, and William Campbell. Guided by Bill Huffman, the Portees marvel at the thousands of stalactites and stalagmites adorning the caverns and are mesmerized by the melodious tones of the Great Stalacpipe Organ. The world's largest musical instrument, the organ was built in the 1950s by Pentagon mathematician Leland Sprinkle who connected solenoids to stalactites spread over 3.5 acres. The visit ends at Dream Lake, a reflecting pool that leaves Lauren and Laurita in awe. No wonder Luray Caverns is one of the top things to do in the Shenandoah Valley!
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This video is part of WETA's local travel series, "Get Out of Town" series, which spotlights destinations outside of Washington DC. Co-hosted by mother-daughter duo Laurita and Lauren Portee, "Get Out of Town" takes viewers on road trips to delightful destinations within a half-day's drive of D.C. At each one, the show offers recommendations of places to stay, places to eat and things to do. Whether you’re into history, culture, relaxation, high-energy action - or all of the above - "Get Out of Town" is an essential guide to local getaways.
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Well, that's the first time I ever heard "Moonlight Sonata " on a cavern organ, and it wasn't too bad !!!!!!
It's even better in person! Thanks for watching
Went through Luray Caverns in 1974 great place to visit
We agree! Thanks for watching
That’s roughly around the same time I was there. It wasn’t so commercialized back then, though, disappointing to see what they’ve done with it.
I live in Appalachia and have never heard of this. I need to listen to this Stalactite Organ. That's incredible.
So beautiful!! 👍
Beautiful
Beautiful ❤️
One of my favorite places
And so close to DC!
Going Next weekend, I can't wait. 😊
Hope you enjoy it!
How was it?
Lived near there for many years in Front Royal, VA and never visited
WOW!I AM GLADYOULADIESHADFUN!I WOULDLIKETO DO THAT,SOMEDAY?
The caverns are impressive but its way too touristy! They dont even give you a your guide! I recommend the natural bridge caverns they are much smaller and less impressive but they tour guides make it a much better time and there are no crowds
Natural bridge also has a lot of other activities; the handheld lantern tour, the adventure tour where you climb into another part that isn’t open to general tours. It’s pricey but definitely more options.
Luray just add it much easier to manage and they have one tour a day, every morning at 8:30 I think.
It is like a point of mass murder if exist a dam outside, if they open then suddenly all filled with water. The sand looks lightbrown, maybe was inside sea? Beach is lightbrown sand.
What are you going on about? To jump to that idea from just seeing a cavern is a disturbing reflection of your mind.