BBC to feature Son Doong Cave
BBC (UK) has just sent a dispatch to the Quang Binh Provincial People’s Committee and its Department of Foreign Affairs for permission to make a documentary about Son Doong Cave, which has been recognized as the largest cave in the world.
The BBC (UK) has recently submitted a request to the Quang Binh Provincial People's Committee and its Department of Foreign Affairs for permission to create a documentary about Son Doong Cave, recognized as the largest cave in the world.
The film crew consists of seven members, including renowned cave expert Howard Limbert and representatives from the Geography Department of Hanoi National University. Since its discovery, Son Doong Cave has taken the title of the world's largest cave, surpassing Deer Cave in Gunung Mulu National Park, Malaysia, which had been previously recognized with its dimensions of 100 meters high, 90 meters wide, and 2 kilometers long. Son Doong Cave, measuring 250 meters high, 200 meters wide, and extending approximately 8 kilometers, has indeed secured its place at the top.
The BBC has expressed particular interest in the unique flora and fauna found within Son Doong, which are considered extraordinary and often described as being from a lost world. This distinct ecosystem has earned Son Doong the nickname "Eden" for its lush forested areas. As awareness of Son Doong increases, it continues to attract attention from prestigious publications and media outlets around the globe. National Geographic (U.S.) has produced a documentary on Son Doong, and Kyodo News (Japan) is set to broadcast its film across more than 60 countries, showcasing this natural wonder to a global audience.
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