Ministry of Culture examines the reasons of collapse of Mozrov cave

YEREVAN, MARCH 13, ARMENPRESS. Vayots Dzor Gnishik village head told Ministry of Emergency Situations that a collapse took place in Mozrov cave. 50-70 cubic meters bulky soil blocked the first entrance; particularly blocking the second entrance in 20 meters stance, Ministry told Armenpress. Fortunately there are no victims.

Serzhik Arakelyan History and Cultural Monuments Protection Agency interim head from the Ministry of Culture told Armenpress that employees are sent to study and determine the type of collapse. ''After clearing up the causes appropriate steps will be taken'' told Arakelyan.

Mozrov cave is included in State List of Historical and Cultural Monuments." "We Won't be Silent" organization also came forth with the video of collapse of the monument.

Mozrov cave is located in Vayots Dzor region near Yeghegnadzor. Mozrov cave was discovered 30 years ago near Mozrov village. It is a deep cave rich with various geological formations.