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The Shell Grotto

Inside Margate's Shell Grotto

 

Margate's Shell Grotto was discovered in 1835, although its actual age and origin is unknown.

The grotto is a 70ft passageway ending at the Altar Room, a small rectangular chamber 15 by 20ft.

The grotto gets its name from the 4.6m shells that decorate the interior with geometric patterns and stylised imagery.

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Uploaded on June 9, 2013
Taken on May 11, 2013