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SocietyFormer gold mine cave offers respite from South Korea’s record heat

Gwangmyeong Cave, once a gold mine, is providing a cool refuge as South Korea endures record heat. Its temperatures remain refreshing throughout the year, giving visitors a way to escape the ongoing heatwave. The underground site has become a notable shelter from the extreme summer conditions.

RReuters 2026-08-05 12:41