Saint-Leonard Cavern facts for kids
The Saint-Léonard Cavern is a cool cave found right under Pie-XII Park in the Saint-Léonard area of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It's a special historic place, so you can only visit it with a guide on a tour.
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Exploring the History of Saint-Léonard Cave
When Was the Cave Discovered?
This amazing cave was first found way back in 1812. Imagine stumbling upon a hidden underground world!
How Was the Cave Used in the Past?
During a time called the Patriote Rebellion in 1837, the cave had a secret role. The "Patriotes" were people who wanted more freedom for Quebec. They used the cave to hide weapons and as a safe place to stay.
Why Was the Cave Closed and Reopened?
For safety reasons, the government closed the cave in 1968. But in 1978, a group called the Quebec Speleological Society (they study caves!) reopened it for research. After that, the cave was officially named a historic landmark, and guided tours began.
What New Discoveries Have Been Made?
For a long time, people thought the cave was only about 35 meters (115 feet) long and 8 meters (26 feet) deep. But in 2017, something exciting happened! Another part of the cave was found, and it's much bigger – about 250 meters (820 feet) long! Scientists are still exploring, so it might even be longer.
More Information
- In Spanish: Cueva de Saint-Léonard para niños
