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Divers Discover a New Underwater Cave Near Chania [Video]

2018-10-10 by Argophilia Travel News

Diver's Club Crete

Divers have discovered a new underwater cave while exploring near
Spathas, a little over 20km west of the port city of Chania.

Tags: cave diving, Chania, diving, Elephants Cave, Marmara Beach, Sfakias Cave

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