THE VERTICAL CATACOMBS OF BARRERAS

Photo Gallery

Our guide had his own headlamp and distained the use of the cable ladder.

Above Nani's head you can see how the floors/ceilings of the tomb are constructed.

At last we got to see a real Whip-Tail Scorpion near a cave. Unlike their cave-dwelling relatives, these creatures have protective features such as the dangerous-looking (but harmless) tail and the equally harmless vinegar spray.

"This is the way out?"

Chris Lloyd examines a few potshards discarded by the tomb looters.

Another item lying around, maybe a hammer head. Note the smooth groove for attaching it to a stick.

People in the town trotted out all kinds of ancient artifacts for us to see ... and for Susy to hold.