Rukiessa (Holqa)
(West Harerghe - ET)
8.605192,40.379025
8.605192,40.379025
Length 1071m Depth -72m
Location
The cave is located in a low hill about 1 km east of the eastern bank of the Mechara river.
Description
From the entrance a series of pitches reaches the main stream passage. There are several side passages unexplored due to high concentrations of carbon dioxide.
Caves nearby
| Distance (km) | Name | Length (m) | Depth (m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.3 | Holka Rukiessa 2 | ||
| 0.3 | Adaangur (Holka) [Adaanguv] | 34 | 14 |
| 0.7 | White Tree Cave | 28 | 5 |
| 0.7 | Achere Cave | 3830 | |
| 0.9 | Lencha (Goda) | ||
| 0.9 | Goddalencha [Lion Cave] | 50 | -5 |
| 0.9 | Holka Rukiessa 3 | ||
| 1.1 | Ayanage Cave | 3308 | |
| 1.2 | Wart Hog Pot | 40 | -40 |