The Cave

The Cave

San Francesco 27 Dec 2007

I just can't get over the view down that valley. It would become my mission to reach that valley and photograph San Francesco from that angle. Today, however, would have a different mission. I had noticed what appeared to be the mouth of a cave right next to the driveway gate. In walking down the driveway, I would snap a few photos of the farm animals and rustic scenery. Enjoy!

Here is a wider view of San Francesco from the driveway.

Horseys!

Success! The Cave! It took some clumsy negotiation through brambles, but I managed to approach the mouth of the cave. Deep down, I was hoping to find an extensive system of caves. Part of my wanted to have discovered a Dungeon's & Dragons style dungeon, perhaps something like the Mines of Moria or even Shelob's lair. Sadly, the cave only went back about 10 feet. In all likelihood, however, it had been carved out of the soft stone centuries earlier, possibly as early as the Etruscan times. It was cool find, notwithstanding. I wanted something deeper, though. Better luck next time, Bo!