Forget the Pyramids—to the Bat Cave! Tall monuments are great, but what about the caverns under the surface? By Heather McPherson Posted Aug 11, 2007 7:20 AM CDT Copied DSC05524 ((c) Andy G) See 2 more photos To appreciate the earth's natural beauty, sometimes you have to dig under the surface. Jaunted tips you off to the best caves in the world. Waitomo Glow Worms Caves, New Zealand: Abseil down a tiny hole, black-water raft for 3 hours, and then see a glow-worm-studded cave ceiling. Jeita Grotto, Lebanon: A natural cathedral, half of it accessible only by boat. Visitors say they can feel God's presence. Dos Ojos, Mexico: Snorkel in crystal-clear water with bats and prehistoric fish. Blue Grotto, Italy: Sunlight shines up from an underwater cavity, turning the water brilliant blue. Read These Next Merchants could slap new surcharges on certain credit card purchases. Here's where things stand in the House ahead of shutdown vote. The 8 Democrats who bucked party on shutdown have something in common. In GOP senators vs. Jack Smith, a new measure favors the senators. See 2 more photos Report an error