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with fluted columns, ogees, cornices, and mouldings ; and 

 the entire surface displays innumerable crystals which 

 sparkle on the approach of light like countless diamonds. 

 We scarcely have any hesitation in saying that this par- 

 ticular point exhibits the most wonderfully beautiful 

 formations of any to be found elsewhere; and this view, 

 of itself, will more than repay the visitor for the time 

 occupied in exploring Diamond Cave. 



To the left of the Column is a collection of water called 

 the Fountain of Orpheus. Bunker Hill Monument is a 

 stalactite six feet high and six inches in diameter. Coral 

 Pillar is a stalagmite four feet high and four inches in 

 diameter, the surface of which is studded with little 

 prominences resembling madrepore coral. A number 

 of columns, similarly incrusted, are to be seen under 

 the base of Columbian Column. 



Eviscerated Body is to the left of the steps leading to 

 Lover's Bower. When light is transmitted through it, 

 it is a perfect representation of the body of a man from 

 which the lungs have been removed. 



Ameda Grotto has within it a pool of water lined with 

 crystals, and encircled with stalagmitic formations. The 

 stalactites in this grotto are of delicate form and of great 

 variety. 



Lot's Wife is a stalagmite four feet high, representing 

 a figure draped in white. There is also to be found here 

 an excellent representation of a Church Organ. 



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