PASSU ISLAND CAVE no. 3
(ہنزہ - PK)
36.466700,74.900000
36.466700,74.900000
Description
The third of three caves of unknown dimensions in conglomerates (probably Quaternary fluvial deposits) forming an island embraced by braided channels at the confluence of the Shimshal River and Hunza River north-west Pasu / Passu (BROOKS 1993c: 3, 1994c: 13).
History
EXPLORATION HISTORY: 1990.07.15 - 08.03: Simon J. Brooks, assisted by seven members of Orpheus Caving Club (Derbyshire, UK) commenced spotting the entrance. 1993.07: Simon J. Brooks, Jennifer 'Jenni' or 'Jenny' A. Brooks, Helen Harper, Rob Harper and Christopher M. Smart continued spotting the entrance.
Caves nearby
| Distance (km) | Name | Length (m) | Depth (m) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.0 | PASSU ISLAND CAVE no. 1 | ||
| 0.0 | PASSU ISLAND CAVE no. 2 | ||
| 0.9 | KILPIT BOU (Brooks 1994) | ||
| 1.8 | SUGHU BOU | ||
| 6.4 | JURJURAI BOE | ||
| 8.7 | Murdar Westie Bou (Brooks 1994) | ||
| 9.7 | SHIMSHAL (Grotta nella) | ||
| 13.9 | MINDLICH WINGUS YOTHH | ||
| 13.9 | SHANOZ SHADOWS |