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Marble Caves of Carrara

Italy
Ranked #94 of 730 attractions in Tuscany
4.5 of 5 stars 15 Reviews
Type: Caverns/ Caves
Owner description: Famous for their white marble, these caves in the Apua Mountains serve as studios of stone sculpting and bronze art, where famous artists and...... more » Owner description: Famous for their white marble, these caves in the Apua Mountains serve as studios of stone sculpting and bronze art, where famous artists and sculptors from all over the world come to work. « less
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Los Angeles, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 7, 2012
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We shot a promo video for a newly built Iveco marbke quarry truck at this location. What a beautiful experience! The views are stunning! Please see our production and amazing views at the Carrara Marble Mines! http://youtu.be/534ef3gt6JA More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 3, 2011
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I can said only....WOW!!! You must try it, is terrific (and the guide Gabriele too). We were sceptical, then fearful and then bewitched. An incredible wiew, enormous blocks of pure white marble and a professional explanation about the historical and geological evolution of this landscape. Thank'you so much Richard & Terry More

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California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 1, 2011
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I visited Carrara as part of a 2-week trip to Italy with a friend. It had not been a priority for me, but my friend really wanted to go so...What a great surprise! We arranged in advance, and somewhat blindly, to meet with guide Nicola Musetti for a guided tour. It was well worth it! We toured one of the... More

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Dunlop
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18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 28, 2010

You travel inside the mountain through an old railway tunnel for 400m @ that point they explain you are 400m above sea level & have 400m of mountain above you. The explain how they extract the marble & how it was formed. The journey itself is well worth the effort, lots of winding precarious roads tring to avoid the trucks... More

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Turin, Italy
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 19, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 18, 2012
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Parma, Italy
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 3, 2012
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2012
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Carrara, Italy
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 31, 2012
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