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Natural Bridge Caverns is a commercial limestone cave system in Comal County, Texas, near New Braunfels and San Antonio. Four students from St. Mary’s University discovered it on March 27, 1960, and the cave opened to the public in 1964 after commercial development. The name refers to a natural limestone bridge spanning the entrance amphitheater, while the cave is known for extensive mineral formations and guided underground tours.
[Sources](https://www.tshaonline.org/handbook/entries/natural-bridge-caverns), [Natural Bridge Caverns](https://naturalbridgecaverns.com/our-story/).
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Where are Natural Bridge Caverns located?
Natural Bridge Caverns is in Comal County, Texas, near New Braunfels and San Antonio. It is a commercial limestone cave system open to visitors.
Who discovered Natural Bridge Caverns?
Four students from St. Mary’s University discovered the caverns on March 27, 1960. The cave later underwent commercial development and opened to the public in 1964.
When did Natural Bridge Caverns open to the public?
Natural Bridge Caverns opened to the public in 1964. Its discovery had taken place four years earlier, on March 27, 1960.
Why is it called Natural Bridge Caverns?
The name refers to the natural limestone cave system and its associated natural bridge feature. The site is a commercial cave attraction in Texas rather than a mine or artificial tunnel.
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