AGH TO THE RESCUE OF THE DRAGON'S DEN - TADEUSZ MIKOŚ

Discover the fascinating story of rescuing the Dragon's Den under the Wawel Royal Castle! This popular science monograph by Tadeusz Mikoś is a real treat for lovers of history, geology and engineering. Learn about the behind-the-scenes of 60 years of research and experience of research teams from the AGH University of Science and Technology in Krakow, which contributed to securing this unique underground monument. Immerse yourself in the world of underground corridors and discover the secrets of the Dragon's Den!

• Comprehensive research and security of the Dragon's Den
• History and genesis of the cave
• Mining and geotechnical methods for saving the monument
• Adaptation and modernization of the cave for tourism
• Hazards and technical problems during security
• Popular science and exhibition activities of AGH

The monograph "AGH to the Rescue of the Dragon's Den" is a systematization of available information on the genesis of the cave and its historical recognition and tourist development. The book presents the designed and practically applied mining and geotechnical methods for saving this underground monument during successive multi-year stages of its adaptation, reconstruction and modernization. It contains original information resulting from over 60 years of experience of research teams from the AGH University of Science and Technology in Krakow, conducting rescue work in the cave.

The author draws attention to a number of hazards and technical problems occurring during the security of the cave and its adaptation to the requirements of underground tourism. The monograph presents a selection of books available in the country on the Dragon's Den, as well as a list of published domestic and foreign articles and unpublished research papers, opinions and expertises located in the archives of the Department of Geomechanics, Construction and Geotechnics (KGBiG) of the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Resource Management of the AGH University of Science and Technology in Krakow and the Wawel Royal Castle.

The book is popular science and is aimed at a wide audience interested in the history of Krakow, geology and engineering. It is an excellent read for students, scientists, tourists and anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge about the Dragon's Den and its rescue. AGH Publishing House guarantees high quality and scientific reliability.

Technical data:

Pages: 418

Format: 242x177 mm

Year of publication: 2023

Cover: hardcover

Publisher: AGH Publishing House