Editing Corycian Cave (section)

=== Worshiper experience ===
The ancient geographer Pomponius Mela referenced his experience at Corycian Cave in his writing. An article by George C. Boon referencing Mela's work reads," 'It terrifies those entering by the sound of cymbals clashing by divine agency and with a great din…Within is a space greater than anyone has ventured to cross, so dreadful it is, and on that account is unknown.' "<ref name=":13"/> Mela's work, as referenced by Boon, suggests that worshipers visiting Corycian Cave may feel fear due to the loud noises, darkness, and vastness of the space.<ref name=":13" /> Worshipers also would have seen water dripping from the ceiling and oozing out of the ground, which gave Corycian Cave a sparkling appearance in areas where light was present.<ref>{{Cite journal|last=Bowe|first=Patrick|date=2013–2014|title=The garden grotto: its origin in the ancient Greek perception of the natural cave|url=https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/pdf/10.1080/14601176.2013.807077 |journal=Studies in the History of Gardens & Designed Landscapes|volume=33|issue=2|page=128|doi=10.1080/14601176.2013.807077|s2cid=161376375 }}</ref> Ancient worshipers also believed that an inner cavern of Corycian Cave was the home of the mythological monster Typhon. A shrine to Poseidon was located near the entrance to Typhon's lair, and worshipers felt that this would prevent the monster from escaping and wreaking havoc.<ref name=":13" /> Aside from feelings of fear, Mela also described Corycian Cave as feeling very impressive and awe inspiring. There were also reports of smoke being seen coming out of Corycian Cave, which led worshipers to believe that the cave indeed housed some deities.<ref name=":13" />