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I wonder what system they had to keep things lit up. I imagine if you were somewhere down there without lights you'd have a bad time.
by dbmikus 9y ago
I wonder what system they had to keep things lit up. I imagine if you were somewhere down there without lights you'd have a bad time.
- bklaasen 9y agoI've been in that situation, close to closing time. I was alone, many stories down in the depths of the complex, when without warning the lights went out. I've never experienced such utter, black-out darkness. I was instantly paralysed with fear. The lights came on again after too many seconds of blackness, and I dashed out into daylight as fast as I could. I had to pause several times on the way out while the attendant switched off the lights a few more times. If you ever get a chance to visit, do so - there are several underground cities in the region, all slightly different. They're fascinating.
- didsomeonesay 9y agoThat sounds utterly terrifying. I'm surprised you still recommend the visit!
- contingencies 9y agoWorst case maximum wait for help <24H ... its not that bad.
- vesinisa 9y agoThey probably used oil lamps. This technology was already well-known when these tunnels were dug, and they certainly had access to olive oil.
- serguzest 9y agoThe guide told us they were using castor oil lamps.